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Product recall · CPSCJune 5, 2025Serious
DR Power Equipment Battery-Powered Chainsaws
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The motor controller of the recalled chainsaw can overheat during operation of the unit, posing fire and burn hazards.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaws and contact DR Power for a refund. Consumers will receive a pro-rated refund for the chainsaw tool based on the chainsaw's age. Consumers will need to show proof of the chainsaw's destruction by uploading a photograph in accordance with the destruction instructions and filling out the recall form online. For instructions on destroying the chainsaw, visit https://www.drpower.com/BPC-recall. If consumers choose to dispose of the recalled chainsaw's lithium-ion battery, consumers should recycle the lithium-ion batteries in accordance with local and state regulations.
Who to contact: DR Power toll-free at 800-940-6923 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recalls@DRPower.com, or online at http://drpower.com/recalls or at www.drpower.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.
The product
This recall involves DR Power Equipment lithium-ion battery-powered chainsaws with the following model numbers: 414170, 414181, 41418 and 414170R. The chainsaws have a black handle and orange buttons, and a label printed with DR Pulse 62V. The model and serial number are printed on a white label located on the right side of the chainsaw handle. Note: If you choose to dispose of the recalled chainsaw's lithium-ion battery, do not throw this lithium-ion battery in the trash, in the general recycling stream (e.g., street-level or curbside recycling bins), or in used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores. Lithium-ion batteries must be disposed of differently than other batteries, because they present a greater risk of fire. Your municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center may accept this lithium-ion battery for disposal. Before taking your battery to a HHW collection center, contact that office ahead of time and ask whether it accepts lithium-ion batteries. If it does not, contact your municipality for further guidance.
Details
- Units affected
- About 7,180 (In addition, about 21 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- June 5, 2025
- Brand
- Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received 20 reports of incidents of fire, sparks and/or smoke. No injuries have been reported.
414170
Independent power equipment stores nationwide and online at https://drpower.com from June 2018 through July 2024 for between $200 and $350.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “DR Power Equipment Recalls Battery-Powered Chainsaws Due to Fire and Burn Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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