CPSC2016-12-15
Craftsman Brand Chainsaws Recalled by MTD Southwest Due to Fire Hazard
Zhejiang Pioneer Machinery & Electron Co., Ltd., of China
Hazard
The chainsaws can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaws and contact MTD Southwest's Craftsman recall line for instructions on obtaining a free replacement chainsaw.
Sold at
Ace Hardware, Atwoods, Orchard Supply Hardware and Sears and online at OSH.com and Sears.com from February 2016 through July 2016 for between $160 and $280.
Affected count
About 19,500
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Craftsman gasoline chainsaws
Consumer contact
MTD Southwest's Craftsman recall line toll-free at 866-864-2949 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.craftsman.com and click on the Customer Care tab and then on Product Recalls under Warranty and Returns.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Craftsman-Brand-Chainsaws-Recalled-by-MTD-SouthwestDon't want to check this manually?
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