CPSC2020-09-23
Kobalt Cordless Electric Pole Saws 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 switch on the recalled pole saws can fail while under a heavy load, and cause the unit to continue running after the user releases the trigger, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pole saws and contact Hongkong Sun Rise Trading for a free repair.
Sold at
Lowe's Stores nationwide and online at Lowes.com from March 2017 through October 2019 for about $180.
Affected count
About 106,400 (In addition, 120 in Canada)
Injuries reported
Hongkong Sun Rise Trading has received 65 reports of the saws continuing to run. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Kobalt brand 40-volt Lithium Ion 8-inch Cordless Electric Pole Saws
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.”
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Kobalt-Cordless-Electric-Pole-Saws-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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