CPSC Recall in 2018: Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Chainsaws Due to Serious Injury Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-155

Date: May 14, 2018

Product Name: Portland, One Stop Gardens, and Chicago Electric 14 inch electric chainsaws

Recall Description:

Hazard Description:

The power switch can malfunction and allow the chainsaw to continue operating after the operator moves the switch to the “off” position, posing a serious injury hazard to the operator.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 1,020,000

Incidents:

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.

Sold At:

Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide and online at www.harborfreight.com from May 2009 through February 2018 for about $50.

Manufactured In:

China