DeWALT Recalls Nearly 1.4 Million Miter Saws Due to Injury and Laceration Hazards
USDeWALT Recalls Nearly 1.4 Million Miter Saws Due to Injury and Laceration Hazards
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedThe miter saw's rear safety guard can break or detach, posing an injury hazard due to projectiles that can strike the user and bystanders and a laceration hazard to the user who could come into direct contact with the saw blade.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves DeWALT Models DWS779, DWS780 and DHS790 Miter Saws. The saws have a yellow body with black accents and the DeWALT logo. The model number is printed on the saw's nameplate. Only saws with date codes 2019 04 through 2022 04 are affected. For the DWS779 and DWS780 models the date codes are marked on the black plastic motor end cap adjacent to the name plate. For the DHS790 model, the date code is marked on the outside of the plastic yellow housing adjacent to the batteries. Only saws without a green dot on the name plate or a black dot on the arm of the saw are included in this recall.
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedDeWALT 12-inch Sliding Compound Miter Saws
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/DeWALT-Recalls-Nearly-1-4-Million-Miter-Saws-Due-to-Injury-and-Laceration-Hazards |
| Title | DeWALT Recalls Nearly 1.4 Million Miter Saws Due to Injury and Laceration Hazards |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/1_86.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled DeWALT Model DWS779 |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/2_72.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled DeWALT Model DWS779 with date code |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/3_53.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled DeWALT Model DWS780 |
| Hazards › Name | The miter saw's rear safety guard can break or detach, posing an injury hazard due to projectiles that can strike the user and bystanders and a laceration hazard to the user who could come into direct contact with the saw blade. |
| Injuries › Name | DeWALT has received 571 reports of the rear safety guard assembly or components breaking or detaching, including nine reports of laceration injuries. |
| Products › Name | DeWALT 12-inch Sliding Compound Miter Saws |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,364,000 (In addition, about 118,600 were sold in Canada) |
| Recall I D | 9368 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled miter saws and contact DeWALT for details on how to receive a free repair kit or to take their saw to a DeWALT service center for a free repair. DeWALT is directly contacting all known purchasers. |
| Importers › Name | DeWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Maryland |
| Retailers › Name | Lowe's stores, The Home Depot and hardware stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com, Lowes.com and other websites from April 2019 through May 2022 for between $600 and $820. |
| Recall Date | 2022-08-04T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves DeWALT Models DWS779, DWS780 and DHS790 Miter Saws. The saws have a yellow body with black accents and the DeWALT logo. The model number is printed on the saw's nameplate. Only saws with date codes 2019 04 through 2022 04 are affected. For the DWS779 and DWS780 models the date codes are marked on the black plastic motor end cap adjacent to the name plate. For the DHS790 model, the date code is marked on the outside of the plastic yellow housing adjacent to the batteries. Only saws without a green dot on the name plate or a black dot on the arm of the saw are included in this recall. |
| Recall Number | 22196 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/dewalt-12-inch-sliding-compound-miter-saws-recalled-due-laceration-hazard |
| Consumer Contact | DeWALT at 800-990-6421 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at https://www.dewalt.com/miter-saw-recall or at www.dewalt.com and click on Support then Safety Notices and Recalls for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2022-08-04T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › 1 › Country | Taiwan |
| Manufacturer Countries › 2 › Country | Mexico |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought DeWALT Recalls Nearly 1.4 Million Miter Saws Due to Injury and Laceration Hazards?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
Prüfen Sie weitere Produkte in Ihrem Haushalt
Kostenlose ToolsSafety recalls are issued daily across foods, medications, vehicles, and electronics. Use our instant tools to check your home for active safety warnings:
📢 Warnung teilen
Alert family and friends to keep them safe. Copy this quick alert message:
🚨 SAFETY ALERT: DeWALT Recalls Nearly 1.4 Million Miter Saws Due to Injury and Laceration Hazards Check if your household is affected: https://therecallfile.com/de/recalls/dewalt-recalls-nearly-1-4-million-miter-saws-due-to-injury-and-lacerat/CPSC-22196
Alarm-Liste abonnieren
Erhalten Sie sofortige E-Mail-Benachrichtigungen bei kritischen Produktrückrufen.
Support The Recall File
Help keep official recall alerts free, accessible, and fast for everyone.
Ähnliche Rückrufe
Health CanadaTransport Canada Recall - 2018088 -
Transport Canada Recall - 2018088 -
Tires
Health CanadaTransport Canada Recall - 2018288 -
Transport Canada Recall - 2018288 -
Airbag
Health CanadaTransport Canada Recall - 2018409 -
Transport Canada Recall - 2018409 -
Airbag