Recall #17-054 · Published December 15, 2016

Craftsman gasoline chainsaws

Craftsman Brand Chainsaws Recalled by MTD Southwest Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Craftsman gasoline chainsaws from Craftsman gasoline on December 15, 2016. CPSC identifies this hazard: The chainsaws can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaws and contact MTD Southwest's Craftsman recall line for instructions on obtaining a free replacement chainsaw.

Recalled Craftsman chainsaw
Recalled Craftsman chainsaw
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What to check on the product label

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Affected model numbers

41AY427S79941AY429S79941AY462S79941AY469S799
Additional identifying details

Model and serial numbers and the manufacture date are located on a white label above the rear handle.

Why it was recalled

The chainsaws can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaws and contact MTD Southwest's Craftsman recall line for instructions on obtaining a free replacement chainsaw.

Remedy type: Replace

Product and sales details

Manufacturer
Zhejiang Pioneer Machinery & Electron Co., Ltd., of China
Recall number
17-054
Units
About 19,500
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Ace Hardware, Atwoods, Orchard Supply Hardware and Sears and online at OSH.com and Sears.com from February 2016 through July 2016 for between $160 and $280.
Importer
MTD Southwest Inc, of Tempe, Ariz.
Distributor
MTD Southwest Inc, of Tempe, Ariz.

Craftsman gasoline chainsaws

Recall contact information

MTD Southwest's Craftsman recall line toll-free at 866-864-2949 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.craftsman.com and click on the Customer Care tab and then on Product Recalls under Warranty and Returns.

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