Hyper Tough, Worx and Portland Chainsaws and Pole Saws Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 22, 2026

Here is the factual recall information record based solely on the provided source data.

Recall Summary
Positec Tool Corporation, of Charlotte, North Carolina, is recalling certain Hyper Tough, Worx, and Portland brand electric corded chainsaws and pole saws. The recall was published on July 3, 2025. The recall number is 25371. Approximately 49,000 units were sold in the United States, and an additional 3,000 units were sold in Canada.

Affected Products
The recall includes the following products:
– Hyper Tough 9 Amp Electric Corded 14″ Chainsaws: A black saw with red trim, marked “Hyper Tough” on the saw body and on the bar. Item/SKU: HT21-401-002-01. Sold at Walmart stores and Walmart.com. Manufacture date range: 10/10/2024 – 12/01/2024.
– Worx 8 Amp 14″ Electric Chainsaws: An orange and black saw marked “WORX” on the saw body and on the bar. Model: WG305. Sold at Worx.com and Amazon.com. Serial number range (first six digits): Between 202408 and 202501.
– Worx 8 Amp Electric Pole Saws: An orange and black saw marked “WORX” on the saw body and on the bar, shipped with an 8-foot pole extension. Model: WG309. Sold at Worx.com and Amazon.com. Serial number range (first six digits): Between 202408 and 202501.
– Portland 9 Amp 14″ Chainsaws: A green saw with a black bar, marked “Portland” on the bar. SKU: 58949. UPC: 193175451774. Sold at Harbor Freight stores and HarborFreight.com. Serial number range: Between 37567 2442 and 37567 2451.

The recalled products were sold at Walmart (Hyper Tough brand only) and Harbor Freight (Portland brand only) stores nationwide, and online at Worx.com, Amazon.com, and HarborFreight.com from September 2024 through March 2025 for between $50 and $120. The products were manufactured in China.

Hazard Information
The main switch on the recalled chainsaws and pole saws can fail, allowing the saws to continue to run even after the switch is released. This poses a laceration hazard. As of the recall date, no injuries have been reported.

Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products. They should contact Positec to receive a pre-paid shipping label and, if needed, a new box to return the units free of charge.

Official Remedy
Positec will provide a free replacement chainsaw or pole saw upon receipt of the recalled product. The remedy option is replacement.

Contact Information
Consumers can contact Positec Tool Corporation for more information. The contact information provided in the source data is for a different recall (Trane and American Standard) and is not applicable to this recall. The source data does not specify a dedicated phone number or website for Positec for this recall. Consumers should refer to the official CPSC recall notice for the most current contact details.

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