CPSC, OWT Industries Inc. and Sears Announce Recall of Electric Routers Used in Woodworking
Source: CPSC Recall #03100
Recall Date
2003-03-27
Manufacturer
OWT Industries, Inc., of Pickens, S.C.
Units Affected
About 5,200
Products Involved
1-1/2 HP Craftsman® Electric Router
Hazard
The on-off switch on the routers could stick in the "on" position, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these routers immediately and return them to their nearest Sears store for a product exchange.
Reported Injuries
Sears has not received any reports of injuries or incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Sold At
Sears sold these routers nationwide, from November 2002 through January 2003, for about $60.
Manufactured In
United States
Full Recall Description
This recall involves Craftsman® routers, model number 315.17510 with date codes of A0304 or lower. The model numbers and date codes are printed on a black data label located on the electric motor's housing. The routers have an aluminum base with black handles and a black motor. All affected routers were packaged with a cloth carry bag under the stock number 17518. Routers sold without the bag are not involved in the recall.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28