Product Recall Number: 20-191
Why was Kobalt Brand 40-volt Lithium Ion Cordless Electric Chainsaws recalled?
The chainsaw can remain in the “on” position, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Product Recall Number: 20-191
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2020-09-23
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: 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.DescriptionModel NumberUPCKobalt 40-volt Lithium-Ion 12-in Cordless Electric Chainsaw (Battery Included)KCS 120-0784182102474-1Kobalt 40-volt Lithium-Ion 12-in Cordless Electric Chainsaw (Battery Not Included)KCS 12084182101749-1
Hazard Description: The chainsaw can remain in the “on” position, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Repair
Units: About 150,000 (In addition, about 1,400 were sold in Canada)
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.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaws and contact Hongkong Sun Rise Trading for a free repair.
Sold At: Lowe’s Stores nationwide and online at Lowes.com from January 2014 through March 2020 for about $200.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: Changzhou Globe Co. Ltd., of China
Distributors: Hongkong Sun Rise Trading Ltd., of China
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed