Kobalt Cordless Electric Pole Saws Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard; Distributed by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8909.
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
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8909.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pole saws and contact Hongkong Sun Rise Trading for a free repair.
✅ 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 Lowe's Stores Nationwide And Online At Lowes.com From March 2017 Through October 2019 For About $180. 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-8909.
Hongkong Sun Rise Trading toll-free at 855-378-8826 Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET, Friday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, or online at www.greenworkstools.com and click on “Important Safety Notice.”
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Lowe's Stores Nationwide And Online At Lowes.com From March 2017 Through October 2019 For About $180. Recall FAQ
Lowe's Stores Nationwide And Online At Lowes.com From March 2017 Through October 2019 For About $180. is the subject of a tools recall: Kobalt Cordless Electric Pole Saws Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard; Distributed by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading. The notice was published on September 23, 2020 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 106,400 units are potentially affected.