Black & Decker Recalls CRAFTSMAN 10-Inch Corded Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
Recall 21047 · Dec 9, 2020 · Black & Decker
82,000
units affected
82,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 21047
- Date
- Dec 9, 2020
- Company
- Black & Decker
- Units affected
- 82,000
- Product
- CRAFTSMAN® CMECSP610 10-inch corded chain saws with extension poles
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Cuts
The product
This recall involves CRAFTSMAN Model CMECSP610 10-inch corded chain saws with extension poles. The chain saws are red with black and gray accents. The name "CRAFTSMAN" is on the cutting bar and the motor end cap. The model number CMECSP610 is on the label on top of the motor. Only chain saws with date codes of 2019-40 through 2020-35 are included. The date code is laser etched on the underside of the handle base.
What can happen
The chain saw can start unexpectedly without operation of the switch when the extension cord adaptor is connected upside down, posing a laceration hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and contact CRAFTSMAN for a free repair kit.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- CRAFTSMAN has received one report of the recalled chain saw starting without operation of the switch causing a laceration injury to a consumer.
- Sold at
- Lowe's and other hardware stores nationwide, and online at www.amazon.com from October 2019 through August 2020 for about $100.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled craftsman® cmecsp610 10-inch corded chain saws with extension poles?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and contact CRAFTSMAN for a free repair kit.
What is the hazard?
The chain saw can start unexpectedly without operation of the switch when the extension cord adaptor is connected upside down, posing a laceration hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.