The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·03124·Announced 2003-05-08

Homelite Recalls Chainsaws Due to Risk of Serious Lacerations

Homelite is recalling 6,900 chainsaws because they can operate at idle, posing a risk of serious lacerations to operators and bystanders.

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 (chainsaws) where serious lacerations are possible, but no injuries have been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Homelite Consumer Products, Inc. is recalling approximately 6,900 Homelite brand chainsaws, model number UT10946. The affected units have manufacture dates of 11-02 (November 2002) or 12-02 (December 2002). These chainsaws feature a red housing with black trim and were sold in a rectangular black plastic case.

The recall is being issued because the saws can operate while the engine is at the "idle" setting. This defect poses a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The chainsaws were sold at home and hardware stores nationwide from December 2002 through February 2003 for about $200. Consumers should contact Homelite to find the nearest authorized service center for a free throttle adjustment. The stores where the chainsaws were purchased do not provide this service. Consumers can call Homelite at (800) 776-5191 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.homelite.com.

The recalled product

Product
Chainsaws
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
6,900

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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