Recall Details
Kobalt Cordless Electric Pole Saws Sold Exclusively at Lowe’s Stores Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard; Distributed by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading
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Description:
This recall involves Kobalt brand 40-volt lithium ion 8-inch cordless electric pole saws manufactured from January 2017 through February 2019. Date codes from 01/01/17 to 02/28/19 are included in the recall. The item number and date code are printed on the side of the guide bar near the oil cap. Kobalt is printed on the side of the unit.
Item Number
Description
796791
Kobalt 49v 2.5AH Pole Saw
1083769
Kobalt 40v Pole Saw Bare Tool
970801
40v Pole Hedge Saw Combo Kit
812419
SOS Kobalt 40v Pole Saw
812424
SOS Kobalt 40v Pole Saw Tool Only
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pole saws and contact Hongkong Sun Rise Trading for a free repair.
Incidents/Injuries:
Hongkong Sun Rise Trading has received 65 reports of the saws continuing to run. No injuries have been reported.
Sold Exclusively At:
Lowe’s Stores nationwide and online at Lowes.com from March 2017 through October 2019 for about $180.
Manufacturer(s):
Changzhou Globe Co. Ltd., of China
Distributor(s):
Hongkong Sun Rise Trading Ltd., of China
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
20-192
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