CPSC recall 07040
Troy-Bilt and Craftsman Gasoline Chain Saws
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2014-05-23
On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Troy-Bilt and Craftsman Gasoline Chain Saws by Mtd Southwest, citing 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.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07040 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2006-11-28 |
| Published | 2014-05-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Mtd Southwest |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Troy-Bilt and Craftsman Gasoline Chain Saws | 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.
Reason
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.
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/2007/MTD-Southwest-Inc-Recalls-Troy-Bilt-Craftsman-Chain-Saws-Breaking-Handles-Pose-Laceration-Hazard
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