CRAFTSMAN® V20 Cordless Tillers/Cultivators Recall

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 23, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: CRAFTSMAN® V20 Cordless Tillers/Cultivators

Brand: CRAFTSMAN®

Hazards: Strangulation Hazard, Laceration Hazard

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #9961 |
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Recall Summary

Product CRAFTSMAN® V20 Cordless Tillers/Cultivators
Brand CRAFTSMAN®
Category Consumer Goods
Recall Number 9961
Hazard Strangulation Hazard, Laceration Hazard
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date May 30, 2024
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Information Record
Database Entry ID: 9961
Date of Record: 2024-05-30

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1. Recall Summary

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Maryland, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced a recall of approximately 44,400 units of CRAFTSMAN V20 Cordless Tillers/Cultivators. The recall was published on May 30, 2024. The recall is due to a laceration hazard associated with incorrect assembly instructions. The firm has received one report of incorrect attachment of the bottom portion of the unit. No injuries have been reported.

2. Affected Products

The recall involves CRAFTSMAN Model CMCTL320B V20 Cordless Tillers/Cultivators. The model number is located on the underside of the upper handle. The brand name “CRAFTSMAN” is located on the handle and the bottom portion of the unit. The tillers/cultivators are red and black in color. Only products with UPC number 885911843430 on the side of the product packaging are included in this recall.

The recalled products were sold at Lowe’s, Ace Hardware, Blain’s Farm & Fleet stores nationwide, certain Army & Air Force Exchanges, and online at Amazon.com from October 2022 through April 2024. The retail price ranged between $129 and $179. The products were manufactured in China.

3. Hazard Information

The assembly instructions provided with the recalled tillers/cultivators can cause consumers to incorrectly attach the bottom portion of the unit upside down. When the bottom portion is attached upside down, the tines rotate toward the user during operation, posing a laceration hazard. The firm has received one report of incorrect attachment of the bottom portion of the unit. No injuries have been reported.

4. Consumer Action Required

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tillers/cultivators. Consumers must contact CRAFTSMAN to obtain new assembly instructions that illustrate how to properly attach the bottom portion of the tillers/cultivators. The updated assembly instructions are also available for direct download or viewing on CRAFTSMAN’s website. CRAFTSMAN and the sellers of the recalled tillers/cultivators are sending updated assembly instructions to known purchasers.

5. Official Remedy

The official remedy for this recall is the provision of new, corrected assembly instructions. Consumers are not required to return the product. The remedy is classified as “New Instructions.” Consumers who contact CRAFTSMAN will receive a copy of the updated assembly instructions. The updated instructions are also available online.

6. Contact Information

– Phone: CRAFTSMAN toll-free at 855-237-6848, available from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
– Email: recall@sbdinc.com (to request a copy of the updated assembly instructions).
– Website: Consumers can view or download the updated assembly instructions online at:
– https://www.craftsman.com/pages/safety-notices-and-recalls-cmctl320b
– Or visit www.craftsman.com and click on “Safety Notices and Recalls” for more information.

Additional Information: The CPSC Recall Number is 24249. The full recall notice is available at the CPSC website: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Black-Decker-Recalls-CRAFTSMAN-V20-Cordless-Tillers-Cultivators-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard.

Recall Timeline

  • **May 30, 2024** – Recall announced by CPSC (Source)
  • **Current** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled CRAFTSMAN® V20 Cordless Tillers/Cultivators?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#9961).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled CRAFTSMAN® V20 Cordless Tillers/Cultivators?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled CRAFTSMAN® V20 Cordless Tillers/Cultivators?

A: Contact the manufacturer using the information in the recall notice.

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