Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wisconsin Milwaukee Tool Recalls M18 FUEL 14" and 12" Top Handle Chainsaws Due to Lacerati Recall 2025

Official title: Milwaukee Tool Recalls M18 FUEL 14" and 12" Top Handle Chainsaws Due to Laceration Hazard

GeneralBy Recall Watch Editorial TeamOctober 30, 2025Updated April 27, 2026

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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

This summary mirrors the official CPSC notice issued October 30, 2025. Last synced from CPSC: Apr 27, 2026.

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This recall involves the M18 FUEL Top Handle Chainsaw, catalog number 2826-20 with a serial break identified with "A" in the product's serial number. The catalog number can be found on the upper right portion of the product's nameplate. The serial nu...

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What's recalled

Milwaukee Tool Recalls M18 FUEL 14" and 12" Top Handle Chainsaws Due to Laceration Hazard

This recall involves the M18 FUEL Top Handle Chainsaw, catalog number 2826-20 with a serial break identified with "A" in the product's serial number. The catalog number can be found on the upper right portion of the product's nameplate. The serial number can be found on upper left portion of the nameplate, and the serial break level is the 4th digit of the serial number. The product is a battery-operated chainsaw that comes with either a 12" or 14" bar, which is intended for use with Milwaukee's M18 batteries. The product is sold either individually as a bare tool that includes a chain and bar cover and blade wrench, or as a kit that includes two (2)M18 batteries, an M18 battery charger, a chain and bar cover and a blade wrench.

All units of this product are affected.

Why it was recalled

The recalled chainsaw's chain brake may not activate, posing a laceration hazard.

Where was it sold

nationwide

What to do

  1. Do not consume or use this product
  2. Check the lot numbers or UPC codes listed above
  3. Return the product to the store where you purchased it for a full refund
  4. Contact your healthcare provider if you have experienced any symptoms
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wisconsin recall still active?

Yes, this recall is currently active as of October 30, 2025. Do not use or consume the affected product.

How do I know if my Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wisconsin is affected?

All units of Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wisconsin matching the description above are affected.

What should I do if I have the recalled Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wisconsin?

Do not consume or use this product. Return it to the store for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.

Why was Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wisconsin recalled in 2025?

The recalled chainsaw's chain brake may not activate, posing a laceration hazard.