Product recall · July 10, 2012

Bosch Recalls SkilSaw Miter Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

Recall number 12218 · Approximately 22,149 · All Bosch recalls

Hazard: The lower guard can break and contact the blade during use, posing a laceration hazard to users.

What to do: Consumers should immediately stop using the miter saw and contact Robert Bosch Tool Corporation for a free lower guard replacement kit.

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Recalled product: Miter Saw
Recall number
12218
Announced
Product
Miter Saw
Importer
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation of Mount Prospect, Ill.
Made in
China
Affected products
The recalled product is the SkilSaw® 10-inch compound miter saw, with model number 3316 and date codes 111, 112, 201, 202, 203 or 204. The model number and date code are on the lower right side of the name plate located on the motor housing. The SkilSaw logo appears at the top of the upper blade guard and on the dust collection bag.
Units
Approximately 22,149
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received no reports of incidents or injuries.
Sold at
Lowe's Home Centers nationwide and OC Tanner from January 2012 to April 2012.
Consumer contact
Contact: For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (888) 727-6109 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.skiltools.com
Source
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 12218
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What to do if you own this product

  • Stop using the product if the notice tells you to.
  • Find the model number, serial number or date code on the product and compare it with the notice.
  • Contact the company using the details above for the refund, repair or replacement.
  • Report an injury or a safety problem at SaferProducts.gov.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls database. Recall data last checked against the CPSC database on November 9, 2026. Savings Ahead is not affiliated with the CPSC or the companies named; always follow the official notice. Found a mistake? See our corrections policy.