Black & Decker Recalls CRAFTSMAN 10-Inch Corded Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 21047 · announced December 9, 2020 · Craftsman By Black & Decker (u.s.) · 82,000 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The chain saw can start unexpectedly without operation of the switch when the extension cord adaptor is connected upside down, posing a laceration hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and contact CRAFTSMAN for a free repair kit. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): CRAFTSMAN has received one report of the recalled chain saw starting without operation of the switch causing a laceration injury to a consumer.
Sold at: Lowe's and other hardware stores nationwide, and online at www.amazon.com from October 2019 through August 2020 for about $100.
Consumer contact: CRAFTSMAN toll-free at 855-237-6848 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, e-mail at recall@sbdinc.com, or online at www.CRAFTSMAN.com and click on “Customer Care,” then “Recall Notices” for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.