MTD Southwest Inc. Recalls Troy-Bilt, Craftsman Chain Saws, Breaking Handles Pose Laceration Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3493.
These Troy-Bilt and Craftsman brand chain saws are powered by a two-cycle gasoline engine ranging in size from 46cc to 55cc. They are equipped with either an 18-inch or 20-inch bar. There are four Troy-Bilt models affected: 41AY00AR966, 41AY60AR766, 41AY90AR766 and 41AY08AR966. There is one Craftsman "Incredi-Pull" model affected: a 55cc two-cycle gasoline engine with an 18-inch bar and model number 316.350840. The model number of the chain saw is located on the engine casing.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3493.
Consumers should stop using these chain saws immediately, and contact MTD to receive a free service kit with a replacement handle and installation instructions. Sears customers will be mailed a free service kit with a replacement handle and installation instructions.
✅ 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 The Troy-bilt Brand Chain Saws Were Sold At Independent Retailers, Home Improvement And Hardware Stores Nationwide From January 2004 Through June 2006 For Between $200 And $250. The Craftsman Brand Chain Saws Were Sold At Sears And Kmart Stores Nationwide From January 2004 Through June 2006 For Between $190 And $230. 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-3493.
For more information, contact MTD toll-free at (888) 848-6038 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or log onto the company's Web site at www.troybilt.com - customers should call a toll free number at (800) 659-7026 between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.
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The Troy-bilt Brand Chain Saws Were Sold At Independent Retailers, Home Improvement And Hardware Stores Nationwide From January 2004 Through June 2006 For Between $200 And $250. The Craftsman Brand Chain Saws Were Sold At Sears And Kmart Stores Nationwide From January 2004 Through June 2006 For Between $190 And $230. Recall FAQ
The Troy-bilt Brand Chain Saws Were Sold At Independent Retailers, Home Improvement And Hardware Stores Nationwide From January 2004 Through June 2006 For Between $200 And $250. The Craftsman Brand Chain Saws Were Sold At Sears And Kmart Stores Nationwide From January 2004 Through June 2006 For Between $190 And $230. is the subject of a tools recall: MTD Southwest Inc. Recalls Troy-Bilt, Craftsman Chain Saws, Breaking Handles Pose Laceration Hazard. The notice was published on November 28, 2006 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 76 units are potentially affected.