CPSC Recall in 2018: Penn State Industries Recalls Woodworking Jaw Chuck Systems Due to Laceration Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 19-045

Date: December 11, 2018

Product Name: Quick change jaw chuck systems

Recall Description:

This recall involves Penn State Industries CSCBARR5 quick change jaw chuck systems used with woodworking lathes. The recalled jaw chuck systems are made of steel, are silver in color and measure about 3.875 inches in diameter. “PSI Woodworking Products” and product number “CSCBARR5” are printed on the side of the chuck.

Hazard Description:

The jaws can loosen from the chuck and break off, posing a laceration hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 1,000

Incidents:

Penn State Industries has received seven reports of the jaw loosening or ejecting from the chuck. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Blackwater River Tools, Klingspor Woodworking, L&R Collectables, Long Island Woodworking Supply, Penn State Industries, Sumner Woodworking Store, The Woodwork Shop, Woodturningz , Woodworkers Emporium and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other websites from March 2017 through August 2018 for between $180 and $250.

Manufactured In:

China