Recalls / 2008-10-30

Homelite Consumer Products Announce Recall to Repair Chain Saws Due to Chain Brake Failure

09031 · Recalled 2008-10-30 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves Homelite brand chain saws with the following model numbers: UT10514, UT10516, UT10517, UT10518, UT10520, UT10540, UT10560 and UT10918. Affected chain saws have manufacture date between November 2007 and August 2008. Both the model number and the date of manufacture appear on the chain saw's data plate, located beneath the rear handle of the saw. Products with a green "dot" sticker under the bottom side of the handle area and on the outside of the package are not subject to this recall.

Hazards

The chain brake can fail to stop the chain on its first application, posing a risk of laceration to consumers.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the chain saws and contact Homelite Consumer Products to locate the nearest authorized service center to schedule a free repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Homelite Chain Saws		About 370,000

Parties

Importer: Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C.
Made in: China
Sold at: Home Depot between December 2007, October 2008 for, $200.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Homelite Consumer Products Inc. (800) 242-4672 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.homelite.com

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Source: CPSC recall 09031. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.