CPSC, Homelite Announce Recall of Chainsaws
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-05-08). Hazards: laceration. Models: UT10946. About 6,900 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03124 |
| Published | 2003-05-08 |
| Last updated | 2025-06-03 |
| Product category | Chain Saws |
| Products | Chainsaws |
| Firm named in the title | Homelite |
| Firms | Homelite Consumer Products, Inc., of Anderson, S.C. (distributor) |
| Units (US) | 6,900 |
| Model numbers | UT10946 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Sold | Home and hardware stores nationwide sold these chainsaws, from December 2002 through February 2003, for about $200. |
Description
These Homelite brand chainsaws have model number UT10946 and manufacture dates of 11-02 (November 2002) or 12-02 (December 2002). The model numbers and manufacture dates are printed on the lower corners of a black data label located on back side of the chainsaw's engine housing, opposite the on/off trigger. They have a red housing with black trim and are sold in a rectangular black plastic case.
Hazard
These saws can operate while the engine is at the "idle" setting, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders.
Remedy
Contact Homelite to find the nearest Homelite-authorized service center for a free throttle adjustment. The stores where these chainsaws were purchased do not provide this service.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Machine access
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