CPSCGeneral Alert
DeWALT Recalls 18-inch Corded Chain Saws Due to Injury Hazard
Published: January 26, 2022Recall ID: 22059Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / 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.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
DEWALT DWCS600, 18-inch corded chain saws
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/DeWALT-Recalls-18-inch-Corded-Chain-Saws-Due-to-Injury-Hazard |
| Title | DeWALT Recalls 18-inch Corded Chain Saws Due to Injury Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/1-pic.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled DEWALT chain saw |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/2-pic.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Location of date code |
| Hazards › Name | 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. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported |
| Products › Name | DEWALT DWCS600, 18-inch corded chain saws |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 8,500 |
| Recall I D | 9214 |
| Remedies › Name | 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. |
| Importers › Name | DeWALT Industrial Tool Company, of Towson, Maryland |
| Retailers › Name | Hardware and tool supply stores nationwide from June 2021 through November 2021 for between $130 and $150. |
| Recall Date | 2022-01-26T00:00:00 |
| Description | 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. |
| Recall Number | 22059 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Replace |
| Consumer Contact | DeWALT toll-free at 855- 474-5875 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or email at recall@sbdinc.com or online at https://www.dewalt.com/support/safety-notices-and-recalls or at www.dewalt.com and click on Service and Support then Safety Recall Notice for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2022-01-26T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Mexico |