CPSC, Makita U.S.A. Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3012.
The recall involves Makita DCS6401 and DCS7901-model chain saws, in which the last five digits of the serial numbers are within the following ranges: Chain saw Model Serial Number Range DCS6401 41915 through 45612 81722 through 82057 DCS7901 31182 through 31491 The chain saw's housing is teal with the name "Makita" written on it. The chain saw's serial number can be found on the right hand side of the silver nameplate which is located on the back of the fuel tank. No other Makita chain saws are involved in the recall. Any DCS6401 or DCS7901 chain saws with the letter "N" preceding the serial number on the nameplate and a blue dot on the shipping carton have been repaired and are not involved in the recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3012.
Consumers should stop using these recalled chain saws immediately and contact Makita to arrange for a free repair. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Outdoor Power Equipment Distributors And Industrial Contractor Supply Houses Nationwide Sold These Chain Saws, From October 2004 Through August 2005, For Between $520 And $730. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3012.
For more information, call Makita toll-free at (866) 714-3860, Ext.232 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.makitatools.com
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Outdoor Power Equipment Distributors And Industrial Contractor Supply Houses Nationwide Sold These Chain Saws, From October 2004 Through August 2005, For Between $520 And $730. Recall FAQ
Outdoor Power Equipment Distributors And Industrial Contractor Supply Houses Nationwide Sold These Chain Saws, From October 2004 Through August 2005, For Between $520 And $730. is the subject of a tools recall: CPSC, Makita U.S.A. Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws. The notice was published on September 12, 2005 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 3,400 units are potentially affected.