# CPSC, Homelite Announce Recall of Chainsaws
> **CPSC recall** · 2003-05-08 · 03124 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 03124
- **Date:** 2003-05-08
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Chainsaws

## Hazards

These saws can operate while the engine is at the "idle" setting, posing a risk of serious lacerations to the operator and bystanders.

## Retailer(s)

Home and hardware stores nationwide sold these chainsaws, from December 2002 through February 2003, for about $200.

## Description

These Homelite brand chainsaws have model number UT10946 and manufacture dates of 11-02 (November 2002) or 12-02 (December 2002). The model numbers and manufacture dates are printed on the lower corners of a black data label located on back side of the chainsaw's engine housing, opposite the on/off trigger. They have a red housing with black trim and are sold in a rectangular black plastic case.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Homelite-Announce-Recall-of-Chainsaws-)
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