Kobalt Brand 40-volt Lithium Ion Cordless Electric Chainsaws
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 [Learn More]
About 150,000 (In addition, about 1,400 were sold in Canada) units were affected by this recall.
Kobalt Cordless Electric Chainsaws Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard; Distributed by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading
Recalled Kobalt 40-volt Lithium Ion 12-inch Cordless Electric Chainsaw. Label with model and date code on recalled Kobalt Brand 40-volt Lithium Ion Cordless Electric Chainsaw
Kobalt Brand 40-volt Lithium Ion Cordless Electric Chainsaws Recall Information
| Country of Origin | China |
| Recall Date | 09/23/2020 |
| Recall ID | 8908 |
| Recall Number | 20191 |
| Hazard | The chainsaw can remain in the "on" position, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. |
| 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. |
| 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 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. |
| Last Updated | 09/23/2020 |
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