RECALL: ‘Immediately stop using’ this tool in Canada

A tool has been recalled in Canada and officials are advising individuals to “immediately stop using” it.

Health Canada said that a certain chainsaw is the affected product.

“The chain brake may not prevent the chain from moving when the brake is activated, posing a laceration hazard,” the recall notice said.

“As of Oct. 21, 2025, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada. In the United States, the company has received two reports of incidents and one report of a laceration.”

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There were around 7,500 of the chainsaws sold in Canada from June 2023 to September 2024 and approximately 90,860 were sold in the United States.

The Milwaukee M18 FUEL Top Handle Chainsaw, which has either a 12 inch or 14 inch bar, is the affected product.

It’s battery-operated, intended to be powered by Milwaukee M18 18-volt lithium-ion batteries.

It was sold as a tool-only purchase and also as a kit with one or two of the batteries, and a charger.

The chainsaw has a nameplate label on the motor housing, which includes the chainsaw identification, catalog number and serial number.

“The catalog number of the chainsaw remains the same whether it sold individually or in combination with another Milwaukee product, however the catalog number on the packaging may differ depending on what items are packed in the kit,” Health Canada noted.

Individuals were advised to immediately stop using the chainsaw and contact Milwaukee for a free repair.

The product should be registered on the Milwaukee website to get a prepaid shipping label to return the chainsaw for a repair, Health Canada said.

For more information, consumers can contact Milwaukee by phone at 833-953-2012 or online.