More than 50,000 chainsaws and pole saws recalled across North America due to laceration risks

About 49K electric chainsaws, pole saws recalled for switch failure laceration hazard

Tens of thousands of electric chainsaws and pole saws in the U.S. have been recalled after the discovery that a problem with their main switch could present a "laceration hazard."

‘Immediately stop using’: 1,000s of chainsaws and pole saws sold in Canada recalled due to laceration hazard

Health Canada issued a recall notice for thousands of Yardworks and Worx electric corded chainsaws and pole saws due to a laceration hazard posed by a faulty switch.

More than 50,000 chainsaws and pole saws recalled across North America due to laceration risks

The Yardworks and Worx brand electric corded tools have an issue with the main switch failing.

Financial News Network - About 49K electric chainsaws, pole saws recalled for switch failure laceration hazard

A company is recalling 49,000 electric chainsaws and pole saws across the U.S. in response to a "laceration hazard" that could arise if their main switch fails.Read More …

Positec Recalls Electric Corded Chainsaws and Pole Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

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.