Porter-Cable is recalling approximately 100,000 fixed-base production routers and separate router bases because the side handles on the base lack insulation. This recall includes four router models (7518, 7519, 7519EC, and 22-7519-60) and the individual 75361 base, all manufactured between 1990 and April 2014. These gray-painted routers were sold at major industrial and woodworking suppliers for between $85 and $690. Consumers should immediately stop using these products and contact Porter-Cable for a free replacement base that includes insulated handles.
The metal side handles on the router base are not insulated, which allows electrical current to pass through to the user if a wiring fault occurs, posing a serious risk of electric shock. While no injuries have been reported, the lack of insulation is a significant safety defect.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled routers and router bases, unplug the routers and contact Porter-Cable for a free replacement router base with insulation on the handles.
Porter-Cable Fixed-Base Production Router
Porter Cable Fixed-Base Production Router Base
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response