Kobalt Cordless Electric Pole Saws Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard; Distributed by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading

Q: "Was Kobalt brand 40-volt Lithium Ion 8-inch Cordless Electric Pole Saws recalled?"

"Yes. CPSC recall #20192 was issued on 2020-09-23. %!s(\u003cnil\u003e)"

Source: CPSC Recall #20192

Recall Date

2020-09-23

Products Involved

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

Full 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 Number Description 796791 Kobalt 49v 2.5AH Pole Saw 1083769 Kobalt 40v Pole Saw Bare Tool 970801 40v Pole Hedge Saw Combo Kit 812419 SOS Kobalt 40v Pole Saw 812424 SOS Kobalt 40v Pole Saw Tool Only

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Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28