Recall #18-090 · Published February 1, 2018

Cordless electric chainsaws

Cordless Electric Chainsaws Recalled Due to Injury Hazard; Distributed by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading

CPSC published a recall notice for Cordless electric chainsaws from Cordless electric on February 1, 2018. CPSC identifies this 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. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaws and contact Hongkong Sun Rise Trading for a free repair.

Kobalt 80-volt 18-inch brushless cordless electric chainsaw
Kobalt 80-volt 18-inch brushless cordless electric chainsaw
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Affected model numbers

CS80L211CS80L00SXDCS82
Additional identifying details

The model number and item number (if applicable) are printed at the top of the warning label underneath the chainsaw switch handle.

Why it was recalled

The chain brake guard in the cordless electric chainsaw can fail and allow the chainsaw to continue operating, posing an injury hazard to users.

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaws and contact Hongkong Sun Rise Trading for a free repair.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Changzhou Globe Co. Ltd., of China
Recall number
18-090
Units
48,100 in the U.S. (In addition, 2,100 were sold in Canada)
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Lowe's and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Lowes.com and other websites from January 2015 through October 2017 for between $170 and $300.
Distributor
Hongkong Sun Rise Trading Ltd., of China

Cordless electric chainsaws

Recall contact information

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.

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