CPSC2020-09-23
Kobalt Cordless Electric Chainsaws Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard; Distributed by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading
Changzhou Globe Co. Ltd., of China
Hazard
The chainsaw can remain in the "on" position, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaws and contact Hongkong Sun Rise Trading for a free repair.
Sold at
Lowe's Stores nationwide and online at Lowes.com from January 2014 through March 2020 for about $200.
Affected count
About 150,000 (In addition, about 1,400 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
Hongkong Sun Rise Trading has received 48 reports of the switch contacts welding causing the chainsaw to remain in the "on" position. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Kobalt Brand 40-volt Lithium Ion Cordless Electric Chainsaws
Consumer contact
Hongkong Sun Rise Trading toll-free at 855-378-8826 Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET, Friday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, or online at www.greenworkstools.com and click on “Important Safety Notice” for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Kobalt-Cordless-Electric-Chainsaws-Sold-Exclusively-at-Lowes-Stores-Recalled-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard-Distributed-by-Hongkong-Sun-Rise-TradingDon't want to check this manually?
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