Kobalt Cordless Electric Chainsaws Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard; Distributed by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading

Kobalt Brand 40-volt Lithium Ion Cordless Electric Chainsaws

Date of Recall

2020-09-23

CPSC Release Number

20-191

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 150,000 (In addition, about 1,400 were sold in Canada)

Distributor

Hongkong Sun Rise Trading Ltd., of China

Sold By

Lowe's Stores nationwide and online at Lowes.com from January 2014 through March 2020 for about $200.

Problem/Hazard

The chainsaw can remain in the "on" position, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. 

Injuries/Incidents

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.

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

Remedy

Repair

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" for more information.

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