A chainsaw has been recalled in both Canada and the United States due to a safety concern related to laceration risks. The federal government has issued a recall and safety alert for the Milwaukee Tool M18 FUEL 12” and 14’’ top handle chainsaws, advising users to immediately cease using them. The alert highlights a potential issue with the chain brake not effectively stopping the chain movement when activated, thus posing a laceration hazard.
Individuals with chainsaws featuring the letter “A” as the fourth character in their serial number are among those affected, as stated by Milwaukee. While no incidents or injuries have been reported in Canada as of October 21, the company has been notified of one laceration incident in the U.S. and two related incidents.
Users in possession of the recalled chainsaw model are urged to reach out to Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation for a complimentary repair. To facilitate the process, individuals can register their tool on Milwaukee Tool’s eService Tool Support website to receive a prepaid shipping label for sending in the chainsaw for repair. Additionally, Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation can be contacted via phone at 833-953-2012, Monday to Friday between 7 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET.
The recall was a collaborative effort between Health Canada, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation.