Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free repair · About 28,000 units
Power tools Recall No. 17-168 Published May 26, 2017

Cordless electric lawn mowers

The circuit board in the lawn mower can short circuit and catch fire, posing a fire hazard to users. Manufactured by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading Ltd. and sold at Lowe's and other retailers nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Lowes.com and other websites from May 2014 – July 2016 for about $350.

Kobalt 40-Volt max dual blade lawn mower
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Kobalt 40-Volt max dual blade lawn mower

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The circuit board in the lawn mower can short circuit and catch fire, posing a fire hazard to users.

12
Incident reports to the firm
0
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received 12 reported incidents with the recalled lawn mowers including 5 reports of fires. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
01
What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers, remove the battery and contact Hongkong Sun Rise Trading for a free repair.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerHongkong Sun Rise Trading Ltd., of China
UnitsAbout 28,000
Made inChina
Sold atLowe's and other retailers nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Lowes.com and other websites
Sales periodMay 2014 – July 2016
PriceAbout $350
Category Power tools

How to reach the firm

Phone
888-266-7096
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET any day or online at www

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