Troy-Bilt and Craftsman Gasoline Chain Saws
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
MTD Southwest Inc. is recalling certain Troy-Bilt and Craftsman chain saws because the plastic front handle can break during operation, making the saw difficult to control and creating a risk of lacerations. The affected models include four Troy-Bilt chain saws (models 41AY00AR966, 41AY60AR766, 41AY90AR766, and 41AY08AR966) and one Craftsman "Incredi-Pull" model (316.350840). All affected saws are powered by two-cycle gasoline engines ranging from 46cc to 55cc and have either 18-inch or 20-inch bars. The model number can be found on the engine casing.
According to the recall, consumers should stop using the affected chain saws immediately and contact MTD to receive a free service kit that includes a replacement handle and installation instructions. Customers who purchased their saws from Sears will be mailed a free service kit with a replacement handle and installation instructions.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The chain saw's plastic front handle can break during operation. If this occurs, the saw would be difficult to control and poses a risk for lacerations.
Consumers should stop using these chain saws immediately, and contact MTD to receive a free service kit with a replacement handle and installation instructions. Sears customers will be mailed a free service kit with a replacement handle and installation instructions.
These Troy-Bilt and Craftsman brand chain saws are powered by a two-cycle gasoline engine ranging in size from 46cc to 55cc. They are equipped with either an 18-inch or 20-inch bar. There are four Troy-Bilt models affected: 41AY00AR966, 41AY60AR766, 41AY90AR766 and 41AY08AR966. There is one Craftsman "Incredi-Pull" model affected: a 55cc two-cycle gasoline engine with an 18-inch bar and model number 316.350840. The model number of the chain saw is located on the engine casing.
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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