DeWALT Recalls 18-inch Corded Chain Saws Due to Injury Hazard
Recall 22059 · Jan 26, 2022 · DeWALT
8,500
units affected
8,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 22059
- Date
- Jan 26, 2022
- Company
- DeWALT
- Units affected
- 8,500
- Product
- DEWALT DWCS600, 18-inch corded chain saws
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Injury
The product
This recall involves the DeWALT DWCS600, Type 1 18-inch 15-amp corded chain saws. The chain saws are yellow with a black handle and motor cover. Only chain saws with date codes 2021 23-H5 to 2021 40-H5 are affected by this recall. The date code is stamped on the bottom of the chain saw, behind the chain/bar. DeWALT and 18-in. are written on the blade.
What can happen
The chain saw can remain running when the switch is on the off position or turn on when plugged in, posing an injury hazard to the user.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and contact DEWALT to receive a pre-paid shipping label to return the product directly to DEWALT in order to receive a free replacement chain saw.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Hardware and tool supply stores nationwide from June 2021 through November 2021 for between $130 and $150.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled dewalt dwcs600, 18-inch corded chain saws?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and contact DEWALT to receive a pre-paid shipping label to return the product directly to DEWALT in order to receive a free replacement chain saw.
What is the hazard?
The chain saw can remain running when the switch is on the off position or turn on when plugged in, posing an injury hazard to the user.
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.