CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

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

In Conjunction with
https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2020/73973r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • September 23, 2020

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

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

Required Consumer Action

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

Contact Information

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.

Recall Details

Sold At
Lowe's Stores nationwide and online at Lowes.com from January 2014 through March 2020 for about $200.
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.
Manufacturer
Changzhou Globe Co. Ltd., of China
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
20191

Product Information

Product Name
Kobalt Brand 40-volt Lithium Ion Cordless Electric Chainsaws
Number of Units
About 150,000 (In addition, about 1,400 were sold in Canada)
Manufacturer Name
Changzhou Globe Co. Ltd., of China
Distributed By
Hongkong Sun Rise Trading Ltd., of China
Manufactured In
China

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Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone 855-378-8826
Website www.greenworkstools.com
Full Contact Information

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.