CPSC recall 05265
Makita Chain Saws
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2024-11-05
On 2024-11-05 the CPSC announced a recall of Makita Chain Saws by Makita U, citing the flywheels on some of the chain saws can come apart during use, which could cause serious personal injury.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05265 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2005-09-12 |
| Published | 2024-11-05 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Makita U |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Makita Chain Saws | The recall involves Makita DCS6401 and DCS7901-model chain saws, in which the last five digits of the serial numbers are within the following ranges: Chain saw Model Serial Number Range DCS6401 41915 through 45612 81722 through 82057 DCS7901 31182 through 31491 The chain saw's housing is teal with the name "Makita" written on it. The chain saw's serial number can be found on the right hand side of the silver nameplate which is located on the back of the fuel tank. No other Makita chain saws are involved in the recall. Any DCS6401 or DCS7901 chain saws with the letter "N" preceding the serial number on the nameplate and a blue dot on the shipping carton have been repaired and are not involved in the recall.
Reason
The flywheels on some of the chain saws can come apart during use, which could cause serious personal injury.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Makita-USA-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Chain-Saws
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