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Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Chainsaws Due to Serious Injury Hazard

Recall 18-155 · May 14, 2018 · Harbor Freight Tools

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaws and return the product to their local Harbor Freight Tools store for a free replacement chainsaw. Replacement units will be available starting May 21, 2018.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
18-155 (CPSC)
Recall date
May 14, 2018
Brand
Harbor Freight Tools
Category
Tools, lawn and garden
Products
Portland, One Stop Gardens, and Chicago Electric 14 inch electric chainsaws
Hazard
Serious Injury Hazard
Remedy
Replace
Units
About 1,020,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 14, 2018

What was recalled

This recall involves two models of 14 inch chainsaws sold under three different brand names. The Portland and One Stop Gardens brand chainsaws have a green and black color scheme and "Portland" printed on the blades. The Chicago Electric brand chainsaw has a red and black color scheme and "Chicago Electric" printed on the chainsaw handle. All recalled chainsaws were sold with a black blade guard. The model number is printed on a label on the bottom of the chainsaw. Brand Model Number Color Portland 67255 or 61592 Green and black One Stop Gardens 67255 or 61592 Green and black Chicago Electric 67255 or 61592 Red and black

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Portland, One Stop Gardens, and Chicago Electric 14 inch electric chainsaws · About 1,020,000 units

Photos from the recall notice

Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Chainsaws
Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Chainsaws

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide and online at www.harborfreight.com from May 2009 through February 2018 for about $50.; Harbor Freight Tools, of Camarillo, Calif..

Injuries or incidents reported

Harbor Freight Tools has received 15 reports of chainsaws continuing to operate after being turned off by the operator, resulting in three laceration injuries including one serious injury to the arm requiring stitches.

Consumer contact

Harbor Freight Tools at 800-444-3353 Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT, email at recall@harborfreight.com or online at www.harborfreight.com and click on “Recall Safety Information” on the bottom of the homepage for more information.

Recall history and context

Harbor Freight Tools appears in 16 CPSC recalls on record. See all Harbor Freight Tools recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 83 recalls in the tools, lawn and garden category, 8 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Portland, One Stop Gardens, and Chicago Electric 14 inch electric chainsaws (About 1,020,000 units). This recall involves two models of 14 inch chainsaws sold under three different brand names.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Serious Injury Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaws and return the product to their local Harbor Freight Tools store for a free replacement chainsaw. Replacement units will be available starting May 21, 2018.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 14, 2018. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.