CPSC Recall in 2020: Kobalt Cordless Electric Pole Saws Sold Exclusively at Lowe’s Stores Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard; Distributed by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 20-192

Date: September 23, 2020

Product Name: Kobalt brand 40-volt Lithium Ion 8-inch Cordless Electric Pole Saws

Recall Description:

This recall involves Kobalt brand 40-volt lithium ion 8-inch cordless electric pole saws manufactured from January 2017 through February 2019.  Date codes from 01/01/17 to 02/28/19 are included in the recall.  The item number and date code are printed on the side of the guide bar near the oil cap.  Kobalt is printed on the side of the unit.Item NumberDescription796791Kobalt 49v 2.5AH Pole Saw1083769Kobalt 40v Pole Saw Bare Tool97080140v Pole Hedge Saw Combo Kit812419SOS Kobalt 40v Pole Saw812424SOS Kobalt 40v Pole Saw Tool Only 

Hazard Description:

The switch on the recalled pole saws can fail while under a heavy load, and cause the unit to continue running after the user releases the trigger, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 106,400 (In addition, 120 in Canada)

Incidents:

Hongkong Sun Rise Trading has received 65 reports of the saws continuing to run. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Lowe’s Stores nationwide and online at Lowes.com from March 2017 through October 2019 for about $180.

Manufactured In:

China