The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·02504·Announced 2001-11-09

Sears Craftsman Electric Chainsaws and Edgers Recalled for Exposed Wires

Sears is recalling specific Craftsman electric chainsaws and grass edgers because exposed copper wires in the power cord plug may present an electrocution hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (electrocution hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Sears, Roebuck and Co. is recalling approximately 7,100 Sears Craftsman 14-inch electric chainsaws and Sears Craftsman electric grass edgers. The recall involves specific models: the 14-inch electric chainsaw (model number 358.34114) and the electric grass edger (model number 358.79650). The affected chainsaws have date codes 01227 through 01235, while the affected edgers have date codes 01234 or 01235. These date codes are located on the warning labels of the respective products.

The recall was issued because the plug at the end of the power cord on these tools may have exposed copper wires. This defect presents a possible electrocution hazard to consumers. The source text states that no injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The recalled products were sold at Sears retail and hardware stores from August 15, 2001, through August 30, 2001. Consumers should stop using the recalled chainsaws and edgers immediately and return them to the Sears store where purchased for a replacement. For more information, consumers can contact Sears, Roebuck and Co. customer service at 800-238-9333 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
Sears Craftsman 14" electric chainsaw and Sears Craftsman electric grass edger
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
7,100

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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