Positec Recalls Electric Corded Chainsaws and Pole Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
USPositec Recalls Electric Corded Chainsaws and Pole Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
Motif du rappel / Danger
TranslatedThe main switch on the recalled chainsaws and pole saws can fail, allowing the saws to continue to run even after the switch is released, posing a laceration hazard.
Description du produit & Identification
TranslatedThis recall involves Hyper Tough 9 Amp Electric Corded 14" Chainsaws, Worx 8 Amp 14" Electric Chainsaws, Worx 8 Amp Electric Pole Saws, and Portland 9 Amp 14" Chainsaws. The Hyper Tough 9 Amp Electric Corded 14" Chainsaw is a black saw with red trim, marked Hyper Tough on the saw body and on the bar. The Worx 8 Amp 14" Electric Chainsaw is an orange and black saw marked WORX on the saw body and on the bar. The Worx 8 Amp Electric Pole Saw is an orange and black saw marked WORX on the saw body and on the bar and is shipped with an 8-foot pole extension. The Portland 9 Amp 14" Chainsaw is a green saw with a black bar, marked Portland on the bar. The following item numbers, SKUs, UPCs and serial number or manufacturing date ranges are included in the recall: Product Name Item/SKU/UPC Sold At Serial No. Range/Manufacture Date Range Hyper Tough 9 Amp Electric Corded 14" Chainsaws HT21-401-002-01 Walmart stores Walmart.com 10/10/2024 -12/01/2024 Worx 8 Amp 14" Electric Chainsaws WG305 Worx.com Amazon.com Serial No. Starts With [First Six Digits]: Between 202408 and 202501 Worx 8 Amp Electric Pole Saws WG309 Worx.com Amazon.com Serial No. Starts With [First Six Digits]: Between 202408 and 202501 Portland 9 Amp 14" Chainsaws SKU 58949 UPC 193175451774 Harbor Freight stores HarborFreight.com Between 37567 2442 and 37567 2451
Produits concernés
TranslatedHyper Tough, Worx and Portland Chainsaws and Pole Saws
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Positec-Recalls-Electric-Corded-Chainsaws-and-Pole-Saws-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard |
| Title | Positec Recalls Electric Corded Chainsaws and Pole Saws Due to Laceration Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/HyperT-1.gif |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Hyper Tough 9 Amp Electric Corded 14" Chainsaw |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/HyperT-2.gif |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Worx 8 Amp 14" Electric Chainsaw with location of Item No. and Serial No. |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/HyperT-3.gif |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled Worx 8 Amp Electric Pole Saw with location of Item No. and Serial No. |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/HyperT-4.jpg |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Recalled Portland 9 Amp 14" Chainsaw with location of UPC, Serial No. and SKU |
| Hazards › Name | The main switch on the recalled chainsaws and pole saws can fail, allowing the saws to continue to run even after the switch is released, posing a laceration hazard. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported |
| Products › Name | Hyper Tough, Worx and Portland Chainsaws and Pole Saws |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 49,000 (In addition, about 3,000 were sold in Canada) |
| Recall I D | 10333 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and contact Positec for a pre-paid shipping label, and a new box as needed, to return the units free of charge. Positec will provide a free replacement chainsaw or pole saw upon receipt of the recalled product. |
| Importers › Name | Positec Tool Corporation, of Charlotte, North Carolina |
| Retailers › Name | Walmart (Hyper Tough brand only) and Harbor Freight (Portland brand only) stores nationwide and online at Worx.com, Amazon.com and HarborFreight.com from September 2024 through March 2025 for between $50 and $120. |
| Recall Date | 2025-07-03T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Hyper Tough 9 Amp Electric Corded 14" Chainsaws, Worx 8 Amp 14" Electric Chainsaws, Worx 8 Amp Electric Pole Saws, and Portland 9 Amp 14" Chainsaws. The Hyper Tough 9 Amp Electric Corded 14" Chainsaw is a black saw with red trim, marked Hyper Tough on the saw body and on the bar. The Worx 8 Amp 14" Electric Chainsaw is an orange and black saw marked WORX on the saw body and on the bar. The Worx 8 Amp Electric Pole Saw is an orange and black saw marked WORX on the saw body and on the bar and is shipped with an 8-foot pole extension. The Portland 9 Amp 14" Chainsaw is a green saw with a black bar, marked Portland on the bar. The following item numbers, SKUs, UPCs and serial number or manufacturing date ranges are included in the recall: Product Name Item/SKU/UPC Sold At Serial No. Range/Manufacture Date Range Hyper Tough 9 Amp Electric Corded 14" Chainsaws HT21-401-002-01 Walmart stores Walmart.com 10/10/2024 -12/01/2024 Worx 8 Amp 14" Electric Chainsaws WG305 Worx.com Amazon.com Serial No. Starts With [First Six Digits]: Between 202408 and 202501 Worx 8 Amp Electric Pole Saws WG309 Worx.com Amazon.com Serial No. Starts With [First Six Digits]: Between 202408 and 202501 Portland 9 Amp 14" Chainsaws SKU 58949 UPC 193175451774 Harbor Freight stores HarborFreight.com Between 37567 2442 and 37567 2451 |
| Recall Number | 25371 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Replace |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/yardworks-and-worx-electric-corded-chainsaws-and-pole-saws-recalled-due-laceration |
| Consumer Contact | Both Trane and American Standard toll-free at 800-889-0129 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, or online at https://www.trane.com/residential/gas-electric-packaged-unit-recall/ or www.trane.com/residential and click on "Product Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information, or at https://www.americanstandardair.com/gas-electric-packaged-unit-recall/ and click on "Product Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-07-03T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Positec Recalls Electric Corded Chainsaws and Pole Saws Due to Laceration Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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