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12 reports to CPSC, the latest made Feb 5, 2021. A report isn’t a recall.

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From SaferProducts.gov, released Oct 25, 2026.

  • 12reports to CPSC
  • Feb 5, 2021the latest report was made
  • Jul 25, 2019the earliest
  • 0with the company’s comments
Brand
Porter Cable
Maker
L G Sourcing, Inc.Makers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product
Bench or table sawsCPSC’s product type: Bench or Table Saws (code 841), in Home Maintenance and Structures: Tools & Hardware
Other ways the reports write the brand (1)

“Porter Cable Table Saw”

By month

5 reports from March 2020 to February 2021; the most in February 2021, 1. 7 earlier reports, since July 2019, are in the table.
The numbers, as a table
Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
MonthReports
February 20211
January 20211
September 20201
August 20201
March 20201
September 20192
August 20192
July 20193

How badly anyone was hurt

  • First aid 1 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
  • No one hurt 11 CPSC: Incident, No Injury

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.

Source:

CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.

  1. First aid

    Made Feb 5, 2021, sent to the company Apr 8, 2021, published by CPSC Mar 11, 2021

    The product, in the report: porter cable table saw Model pcx 362010 red and gray

    while using the saw it started smoking, i turned it upside down to inspect it and received minor burns on my hands. that is when i found out it was recalled after doing some research. the company has yet to give me a refund as promised so i wouldnt file a lawsuit for the burns

    Model
    pcx362010
    Bought from
    lowes
    Bought
    Jul 10, 2019, about then
    Where
    york, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 40, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand porter cable, made or sold by L G Sourcing, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
  2. No one hurt

    Made Jan 11, 2021, sent to the company Feb 2, 2021, published by CPSC Feb 17, 2021

    The product, in the report: Porter Cable table saw. (Called Lowe’s and they told me it was on their recall list already)

    I was using my Perter Cable table saw sold by Lowe’s (for only the second time although purchased in 2018). I began to first smell smoke, then see smoke billowing out from underneath the table. I immediately turned off the saw and unplugged it. The smoke got thicker and blacker and then flames began to shoot out from openings in the table housing. I grabbed the cord a dragged the unit out of my garage onto the driveway and sprayed it with a hose to extinguish the fire.

    Model
    PCX362010
    Bought from
    Lowes
    Bought
    Nov 15, 2018, about then
    Where
    Enterprise, Alabama: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Porter Cable, made or sold by L G Sourcing, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  3. No one hurt

    Made Sep 1, 2020, sent to the company Oct 14, 2020, published by CPSC Nov 10, 2020

    The product, in the report: Porter Cable Table Saw 10 In Model PCX362010 Made in 2017

    On the 5th use, the table saw began smoking, while I was cutting 1/2 plywood, the saw was working fine up to the point of smoking, noticed flames licking up from under the top of the saw, unplugged it and threw it outside to be extinguished with the hose, saw was hardly used and never abused before the fire. Shirt got melted from fire but was uninjured and responded quickly enough to prevent damage to building. Porter Cable is offering a partial refund only, buyer beware.

    Model
    PCX362010
    Bought from
    Lowes, New York
    Bought
    Sep 3, 2018
    Where
    pine city, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 22, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Porter Cable, made or sold by L G Sourcing, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  4. No one hurt

    Made Aug 12, 2020, sent to the company Aug 20, 2020, published by CPSC Sep 3, 2020

    The product, in the report: Porter Cable 10 inch portable table saw Model PCX362010 UPC 847962005939

    I noticed a smoke/burning like smell coming from the table saw. Upon examination of the saw, I noticed the 4 screws on the front of the saw, that hold the blade/housing in place, were all missing. Because they were there when I assembled the product after purchase, I assumed they had vibrated out. I replaced the screws with new ones. This fix kept the blade straight but the smoke/burning smell was still there when using. Though a [REDACTED] search on the table saw, I noticed that a recall was issued in 2019 for this table saw due to the possibility of it catching fire. I started to fill out the online recall form but stopped because Porter Cable will only offer $95 reimbursement. They also wanted me to submit pictures of the cord cut in 3 places before I could complete the claim. The $95 is not enough to cover the cost of a new saw and Porter Cable should either fix my saw properly or provide enough compensation to buy a new on of equal value to when I purchased this saw.

    Model
    PCX362010
    UPC
    847962005939
    Serial number
    17G149074201728CT
    Bought from
    Lowe’s, South Carolina
    Bought
    Nov 23, 2017
    Where
    Columbia, South Carolina: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Porter Cable, made or sold by L G Sourcing, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  5. No one hurt

    Made Mar 30, 2020, sent to the company Apr 7, 2020, published by CPSC Apr 21, 2020

    The product, in the report: Grey with black accents. 10” saw. Model PCX362010

    Using my 10” table saw to rip a pressure treated board when the motor caught fire.

    Model
    PCX362010
    Bought from
    Lowe’s, Idaho
    Bought
    Jun 1, 2018, about then
    Where
    Post Falls, Idaho: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Porter Cable, made or sold by L G Sourcing, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  6. No one hurt

    Made Sep 6, 2019, sent to the company Sep 26, 2019, published by CPSC Oct 10, 2019

    The product, in the report: Porter Cable table saw pcx362010

    Was using the Porter Cable pcx362010 table saw at a customers home when it started smoking real bad . The saw continued to smoke after it was cut off and unplugged. Porter Cable’s phone number they listed is not a working number. They are only offering 75.00 for refund of the saw and we paid over double that. They are also wanting you to destroy the saw and mail it to them. This is too much considering how much shipping cost for a product that size! The saw was less than a year old when it caught fire.

    Model
    Pcx362010
    Serial number
    16h031696201635ct
    Bought from
    Lowes, Alabama
    Bought
    Jun 9, 2018
    Where
    Montevallo, Alabama: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 66, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Porter Cable, made or sold by L G Sourcing, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  7. No one hurt

    Made Sep 3, 2019, sent to the company Sep 13, 2019, published by CPSC Sep 27, 2019

    The product, in the report: 10 Inch Portable Table Saw - Porter Cable PCX362010

    I received a recall notice about Porter Cable’s PCX362010 10” Portable Table Saw - for the possibility of the motor overheating and creating a fire hazard. Strangely enough, this saw did start on fire and I had to replace it about a year ago, so I discarded it. The recall stipulates that I tell them the model and serial number of the product, but since it was actually on fire and since I had to toss a bucket of water on it and hose it down, I no longer have an intact nameplate to reference. I do though have the original box in which it was packed, complete with the Lowe’s PO number under which it was shipped. So [REDACTED] and manufacture date 10/16, Lowe’s Item number [REDACTED].

    Anyway - this item did start on fire - there’s a recall to refund those who have the serial number, but since mine was “lost in a fire” I have no recourse.

    Since my family gave it to me as a gift, I don’t have the original receipts - but it was given as a Christmas present in 2016

    Description: This recall involves Porter-Cable brand 10” table saws with model number PCX362010. The saws have a gray body with black accents and the Porter-Cable logo. The model number and serial number are printed on the table nameplate, located on the back of the saw body near the bottom.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled table saws and contact [REDACTED] for a refund.

    Incidents/Injuries: [REDACTED] has received 61 reports of the table saw motors overheating and causing fires. One consumer reported smoke damage to their home. No injuries have been reported.

    Sold At: Lowe’s Stores nationwide from June 2016 through September 2018 for between $100 and $180.

    Manufacturer(s): Chang Type Industrial Company LTD, of Taichung City, Taiwan

    Importer(s): L G Sourcing, Inc., of Wilkesboro, N.C.

    Manufactured In: Taiwan Recall number: 19-172

    Model
    PCX362010
    UPC
    847962005939
    Bought from
    Lowes
    Bought
    Dec 10, 2016, about then
    Where
    Southgate, Kentucky: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 53, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Porter Cable, made or sold by L G Sourcing, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  8. No one hurt

    Made Aug 13, 2019, sent to the company Aug 21, 2019, published by CPSC Sep 5, 2019

    The product, in the report: Porter Cable PCX362010 10” table saw

    Porter Cable PCX362010 10” table saw caught fire on 2/16/19. One 8/1/19 a received a safety recall letter in the mail. I have tried to call [REDACTED] several times and it rings busy every time. I can’t register online because I don’t have the serial number since the saw burnt up.

    Model
    PCX362010 10” table saw
    Bought from
    Lowes
    Where
    Mercer, Pennsylvania: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Porter Cable, made or sold by L G Sourcing, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  9. No one hurt

    Made Aug 2, 2019, sent to the company Aug 22, 2019, published by CPSC Sep 6, 2019

    The product, in the report: Porter Cable 10-inch table saw PCX362010

    Porter-cable table saw PCX362010 being used to rip down a 4x8 ft sheet of 3/4 inch plywood. During the rip, the board was not pulled straight through the saw kerf and caused the plywood to cam against the saw blade, placing strain on the motor. At the end of the cut, there was smoke observed coming out from under the saw housing. Upon turning the saw on it’s side, it spontaneously burst into a small flame. Flame was smothered with wet shop rags. Motor housing was melted and there was smoke damage to the underside of the saw .

    Model
    PCX362010
    Bought from
    Lowes, Utah
    Bought
    Jul 8, 2016, about then
    Where
    Eagle Mountain, Utah: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 42, Female
    The reporter’s relation to them
    My Spouse
    As this report names them
    Brand Porter Cable, made or sold by L G Sourcing, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  10. No one hurt

    Made Jul 30, 2019, sent to the company Aug 22, 2019, published by CPSC Sep 6, 2019

    The product, in the report: Porter Cable Table Saw 10 inch gray and black

    Was using the porter cable table saw on a home project and smoke and flames started coming from the motor. Immediately unplugged saw and haven’t used since.

    Model
    PCX362010
    Serial number
    16J 037158201640CT
    Bought from
    Lowes, Virginia
    Where
    Martinsville, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unknown
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Unspecified
    As this report names them
    Brand Porter Cable Table Saw, made or sold by L G Sourcing, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  11. No one hurt

    Made Jul 25, 2019, sent to the company Aug 22, 2019, published by CPSC Sep 6, 2019

    The product, in the report: It was a porter cable pcx362010 serial number 17L222346201749CT

    We were using our porter table saw to build a swing when we suddenly smelled something hot and then it began smoking.

    Model
    Pcx 362010
    Serial number
    17L222346201749CT
    Bought from
    Lowes, Kentucky
    Bought
    Jul 28, 2018, about then
    Where
    Booneville, Kentucky: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Age 31, Male
    The reporter’s relation to them
    My Spouse
    As this report names them
    Brand Porter cable, made or sold by L G Sourcing, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury
  12. No one hurt

    Made Jul 25, 2019, sent to the company Aug 22, 2019, published by CPSC Sep 6, 2019

    The product, in the report: Porter cable table saw

    My Porter Cable 10 inch table saw shorted out and stopped working. It is part of the recalled products with model number PCX362010.

    Model
    PCX362010
    Serial number
    17C091336
    Bought from
    Lowes, New York
    Bought
    Jun 14, 2018, about then
    Where
    Rome, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
    Who was involved
    Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand Porter Cable, made or sold by L G Sourcing, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Incident, No Injury

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Disclaimer: CPSC does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the contents of the Publicly Available Consumer Product Safety Information Database on SaferProducts.gov, particularly with respect to information submitted by people outside of CPSC.

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    Released Oct 25, 2026 and checked Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily. Public domain (U.S. Government work). CPSC asks to be credited, and that no endorsement be implied.

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