Cordless electric chainsaws
Description: This recall involves Greenworks, Kobalt and Snapper brands of cordless electric chainsaws. The recalled chainsaws have a 16 or 18-inch saw and an 80 or 82-volt lithium ion battery. "GreenworksPro," "Greenworks Commercial," "Kobalt," or "Snapper" is printed on the saw blade. The model number and item number (if applicable) are printed at the top of the warning label underneath the chainsaw switch handle. Brand Product Colors Model Number Item Number Greenworks Pro 80v 16" brushless cordless electric chainsaw Green and black CS80L211 N/A Greenworks Pro 80v 18" cordless electric chainsaw Green and black CS80L00 N/A Greenworks Commercial 82v 18" cordless electric chainsaw Black GS 180 N/A Kobalt 80v 18" cordless electric chainsaw Blue and black KCS 180 419015 (sold without battery) 670251 (sold with battery) Snapper XD 82v 18" cordless electric chainsaw Red and black SXDCS82 1696773 [Learn More]
48,100 in the U.S. (In addition, 2,100 were sold in Canada) units were affected by this recall.
Cordless Electric Chainsaws Recalled Due to Injury Hazard; Distributed by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading
Kobalt 80-volt 18-inch brushless cordless electric chainsaw. Kobalt 80-volt chainsaw label
Cordless electric chainsaws Recall Information
Country of Origin | China |
Recall Date | 02/01/2018 |
Recall ID | 8245 |
Recall Number | 18090 |
Hazard | The chain brake guard in the cordless electric chainsaw can fail and allow the chainsaw to continue operating, posing an injury hazard to users. |
Injuries | None reported |
Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaws and contact Hongkong Sun Rise Trading for a free repair. |
Remedy Option | Repair |
Contact | Hongkong Sun Rise Trading toll-free at 888-266-7096 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Friday through Sunday or online at www.greenworkstools.com and click on “Important Safety Notice” at the bottom of the page for more information. |
Last Updated | 02/01/2018 |
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