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 · 48,100 in the U.S. (In addition, 2,100 were sold in Canada) units
Power tools Recall No. 18-090 Published February 1, 2018

Cordless electric chainsaws

The chain brake guard in the cordless electric chainsaw can fail and allow the chainsaw to continue operating, posing an injury hazard to users. Manufactured by Changzhou Globe Co. Ltd. and sold at Lowe's and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Lowes.com and other websites from January 2015 – October 2017 for $170 to $300.

Kobalt 80-volt 18-inch brushless cordless electric chainsaw
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Kobalt 80-volt 18-inch brushless cordless electric chainsaw

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Why it was recalled

The chain brake guard in the cordless electric chainsaw can fail and allow the chainsaw to continue operating, posing an injury hazard to users.

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Incident reports to the firm
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SaferProducts.gov reports

None reported

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaws and contact Hongkong Sun Rise Trading for a free repair.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerChangzhou Globe Co. Ltd., of China
Units48,100 in the U.S. (In addition, 2,100 were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atLowe's and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Lowes.com and other websites
Sales periodJanuary 2015 – October 2017
Price$170 to $300
Category Power tools

How to reach the firm

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888-266-7096
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