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Officials are recalling 8,500 DeWalt brand chain saws sold at hardware and tool supply stores nationwide due to the risk that the tools may run even while the switch is off.
In a notice published Wednesday by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, officials said the affected chain saws may also turn on when they’re plugged in. Officials identified the recalled tools as DeWalt DWCS700 Type 1 18-inch, 15-amp corded chain saws with date codes 2021 23-H5 to 2021 40-H5.
The chain saws were sold from June 2021 through November 2021 for between $130 and $150. The yellow tools have black handles and motor covers, and date codes stamped on the bottom behind the chain or bar. “DeWalt” and “18-in.” are printed on the blade.
>> Read the full recall notice from CPSC
No injuries have been reported related to the recall, according to the CPSC.
People who have the recalled chain saws should stop using them immediately, officials said. They can contact DeWalt at 855-474-5875 to get a prepaid shipping label to return the chain saws in exchange for a free replacement, according to the CPSC.
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