DeWALT Recalls 18-inch Corded Chain Saws Due to Injury Hazard

The chain saw can remain running when the switch is on the off position or turn on when plugged in, posing an injury hazard to the user.

Recall #: 22059
Affected scope: About 8,500

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The CPSC recalled This recall involves the DeWALT DWCS600, Type 1 18-inch 15-amp corded chain saws. The cha….

DeWALT Recalls 18-inch Corded Chain Saws Due to Injury Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in January 26, 2022. Reason: The chain saw can remain running when the switch is on the off position or turn on when plugged in, posing an…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and contact DEWALT to rec…. Verify recall #22059 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The chain saw can remain running when the switch is on the off position or turn on when plugged in, posing an….

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agency class: January 26, 2022
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #22059 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

This recall involves the DeWALT DWCS600, Type 1 18-inch 15-amp corded chain saws. The chain saws are yellow with a black handle and motor cover. Only chain saws with date codes 2021 23-H5 to 2021 40-H5 are affected by this recall. The date code is stamped on the bottom of the chain saw, behind the chain/bar. DeWALT and 18-in. are written on the blade.

Reason for recall

The chain saw can remain running when the switch is on the off position or turn on when plugged in, posing an injury hazard to the user.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and contact DEWALT to receive a pre-paid shipping label to return the product directly to DEWALT in order to receive a free replacement chain saw.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	22059
Date reported	January 26, 2022
Date initiated	January 26, 2022
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 8,500
Distribution	Not disclosed
Official source	CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and contact DEWALT to receive a pre-paid shipping label to return…

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Why was this product recalled? ▼

The chain saw can remain running when the switch is on the off position or turn on when plugged in, posing an injury hazard to the user.

What should consumers do? ▼

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 26, 2022. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 22059.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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