Product Recall Number: 21-047
Why was CRAFTSMAN® CMECSP610 10-inch corded chain saws with extension poles recalled?
The chain saw can start unexpectedly without operation of the switch when the extension cord adaptor is connected upside down, posing a laceration hazard.
Product Recall Number: 21-047
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2020-12-09
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: CRAFTSMAN® CMECSP610 10-inch corded chain saws with extension poles
Description: This recall involves CRAFTSMAN Model CMECSP610 10-inch corded chain saws with extension poles. The chain saws are red with black and gray accents. The name “CRAFTSMAN” is on the cutting bar and the motor end cap. The model number CMECSP610 is on the label on top of the motor. Only chain saws with date codes of 2019-40 through 2020-35 are included. The date code is laser etched on the underside of the handle base.
Hazard Description: The chain saw can start unexpectedly without operation of the switch when the extension cord adaptor is connected upside down, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Repair
Units: About 82,000
Incidents: CRAFTSMAN has received one report of the recalled chain saw starting without operation of the switch causing a laceration injury to a consumer.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and contact CRAFTSMAN for a free repair kit.
Sold At: Lowe’s and other hardware stores nationwide, and online at www.amazon.com from October 2019 through August 2020 for about $100.
Importers: Craftsman by Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed