# MTD Southwest Inc. Recalls Troy-Bilt, Craftsman Chain Saws, Breaking Handles Pose Laceration Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2006-11-28 · 07040 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 07040
- **Date:** 2006-11-28
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Troy-Bilt and Craftsman Gasoline Chain Saws

## Hazards

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.

## Retailer(s)

The Troy-Bilt brand chain saws were sold at independent retailers, home improvement and hardware stores nationwide from January 2004 through June 2006 for between $200 and $250. The Craftsman brand chain saws were sold at Sears and Kmart stores nationwide from January 2004 through June 2006 for between $190 and $230.

## Importer(s)

MTD Southwest Inc., of Tempe, Ariz.

## Description

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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/MTD-Southwest-Inc-Recalls-Troy-Bilt-Craftsman-Chain-Saws-Breaking-Handles-Pose-Laceration-Hazard)
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