Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 467,680 (In addition, about 95,000 were sold in Canada) units
Power tools Recall No. 21-044 Published December 9, 2020

Fiskars 16 foot Extendable Pole Saw/Pruners

The telescoping poles of the pole saw/pruner can separate, causing the poles to come apart and fall down and the saw blade and pruner head to drop, posing a laceration hazard. sold at Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online at fiskars.com from December 2016 – September 2020 for about $100.

Recalled Fiskars 16 Foot Chain Drive Extendable Pole Saw & Pruner and 16 Foot Power Lever Extendable Pole Saw & Pruner
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Recalled Fiskars 16 Foot Chain Drive Extendable Pole Saw & Pruner and 16 Foot Power Lever Extendable Pole Saw & Pruner

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The telescoping poles of the pole saw/pruner can separate, causing the poles to come apart and fall down and the saw blade and pruner head to drop, posing a laceration hazard.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

Fiskars received two reports of the poles separating and falling. Two laceration injuries requiring stitches have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pole saw/pruners and contact Fiskars Brands to receive instructions on how to destroy and dispose of the product in exchange for a full refund.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 467,680 (In addition, about 95,000 were sold in Canada)
Made inTaiwan
Sold atHome improvement and hardware stores nationwide and online at fiskars.com
Sales periodDecember 2016 – September 2020
PriceAbout $100
Category Power tools

How to reach the firm

Phone
888-847-8716
7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT

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