Saw this on yahoo:
DeWALT Recalls more than 1.2 Million Miter Saws Due to Injury and Laceration Hazards
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled miter saws and contact DeWALT for details on how to receive a free repair kit or to take their saw to a DeWALT service center for a free repair. DeWALT is directly contacting all known purchasers.
www.cpsc.gov