Hongkong Sun Rise Trading is recalling approximately 106,400 Kobalt brand 40-volt lithium-ion 8-inch cordless electric pole saws because the internal switch can fail under heavy loads. This defect can cause the saw to continue running even after the user releases the trigger, creating a serious laceration hazard. There have been 65 reports of the saws failing to stop, although no injuries have been reported yet. These black and blue pole saws were sold at Lowe's stores and online from March 2017 through October 2019 for about $180, and consumers should stop using them and contact the company for a free repair.
The saw's trigger switch can fail while cutting under a heavy load, causing the blade to continue spinning after the user attempts to turn it off. This unexpected operation poses a severe laceration risk to the operator or bystanders, with 65 incidents of the saw failing to stop already reported.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pole saws and contact Hongkong Sun Rise Trading for a free repair.
Recalled Kobalt 40-volt Lithium Ion 8-inch Cordless Electric Pole Saw
Location of date code and item number on the recalled pole saw
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response