Craftsman Brand Chainsaws Recalled by MTD Southwest Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-7934.
This recall involves Craftsman-branded chainsaws powered by a two-cycle gasoline engine ranging in size from 42cc to 46cc and with either a 16-inch, 18-inch or 20-inch bar. The chainsaw's housing is red and black and Craftsman is printed on the side of the unit and on the bar. Chainsaws included in the recall have model numbers 41AY427S799 316.38070, 41AY429S799 316.38090, 41AY462S799 316.38098 and 41AY469S799 316.38188, and serial numbers 1K155XQ0198 through 1F076XQ0200; and were manufactured between November 15, 2015 and June 7, 2016. Model and serial numbers and the manufacture date are located on a white label above the rear handle. The second through fifth characters of the serial number identify the manufacturing date. The second character is the month with A = January, B = February, C = March, etc. The third and fourth characters are the day of the month. The fifth character is the last digit of the year of manufacture (e.g. B196 = February 19, 2016).
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-7934.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaws and contact MTD Southwest's Craftsman recall line for instructions on obtaining a free replacement chainsaw.
✅ 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 Ace Hardware, Atwoods, Orchard Supply Hardware And Sears And Online At Osh.com And Sears.com From February 2016 Through July 2016 For Between $160 And $280. 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-7934.
MTD Southwest's Craftsman recall line toll-free at 866-864-2949 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.craftsman.com and click on the Customer Care tab and then on Product Recalls under Warranty and Returns.
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Ace Hardware, Atwoods, Orchard Supply Hardware And Sears And Online At Osh.com And Sears.com From February 2016 Through July 2016 For Between $160 And $280. Recall FAQ
Ace Hardware, Atwoods, Orchard Supply Hardware And Sears And Online At Osh.com And Sears.com From February 2016 Through July 2016 For Between $160 And $280. is the subject of a tools recall: Craftsman Brand Chainsaws Recalled by MTD Southwest Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on December 15, 2016 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 19,500 units are potentially affected.