Kobalt Cordless Electric Chainsaws Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard; Distributed by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2020-09-23). Hazards: laceration. About 150,000 units in the US and 1,400 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 20191 |
| Published | 2020-09-23 |
| Last updated | 2020-09-23 |
| Products | Kobalt Brand 40-volt Lithium Ion Cordless Electric Chainsaws |
| Firms | Changzhou Globe Co. Ltd., of China (manufacturer); Hongkong Sun Rise Trading Ltd., of China (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 150,000 |
| Units (Canada) | 1,400 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00841821017491, 00841821024741 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Lowe's Stores nationwide and online at Lowes.com from January 2014 through March 2020 for about $200. |
Description
This recall involves Kobalt brand 40-volt lithium ion 12-inch cordless electric chainsaws. Date codes from 11/01/13 to 03/31/20 are included in the recall. The chain saws are blue and black. "Kobalt," "40v max" and "12 in. 30 cm" are printed on the chain saw. The model number and date code are printed on the label located in the rear handle. The UPC is located on the box. Description Model Number UPC Kobalt 40-volt Lithium-Ion 12-in Cordless Electric Chainsaw (Battery Included) KCS 120-07 84182102474-1 Kobalt 40-volt Lithium-Ion 12-in Cordless Electric Chainsaw (Battery Not Included) KCS 120 84182101749-1
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.
Incidents and injuries
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.
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