Milwaukee Tool M18 FUELTM Top Handle Chainsaw with either a 12″ or 14″

by

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | August 09, 2026

📌 Recall Notice

Product: Milwaukee Tool M18 FUELTM Top Handle Chainsaw with either a 12″ or 14″ bar

Brand: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wisconsin

Hazards: Laceration Hazard

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

Official US CPSC Recall Notice
Recall #10464 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Milwaukee Tool M18 FUELTM Top Handle Chainsaw with either a 12″ or 14″ bar
Brand Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wisconsin
Category Electronics
Recall Number 10464
Hazard Laceration Hazard
Units Affected Not specified
Recall Date October 30, 2025
Remedy Contact manufacturer
Country 🇺🇸 United States

Recall Summary

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 recall notice was published on October 30, 2025, and last published on October 31, 2025. The recall number is 26064. The product was manufactured by Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp., of Brookfield, Wisconsin, United States. The recall was issued in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The product was also sold in Canada, with a separate recall notice referenced.

Affected Products

The affected product is the Milwaukee Tool M18 FUEL Top Handle Chainsaw with either a 12″ or 14″ bar. The product is battery-operated and intended for use with Milwaukee M18 batteries. It 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 M18 batteries, an M18 battery charger, a chain and bar cover, and a blade wrench.

The catalog number, 2826-20, can be found on the upper right portion of the product’s nameplate. The serial number can be found on the upper left portion of the nameplate, and the serial break level is the 4th digit of the serial number. The recall applies to products with a serial break identified with “A” in that position.

About 90,860 units were sold in the United States, and about 7,500 were sold in Canada. The chainsaws were sold at Home Depot and other home improvement stores and online at homedepot.com, and through other distribution partners from March 2023 through September 2024. The retail price was approximately $350 for the tool only or $790 with batteries and charger.

Hazard Information

The recalled chainsaw’s chain brake may not activate, posing a laceration hazard. The firm has received two reports of the chain brake not activating, including one injury involving a lacerated finger.

Consumer Action Required

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chainsaw and contact Milwaukee Tool for a free repair. Consumers should register their product at the Milwaukee Tool eService portal to receive a prepaid shipping label to return their product to Milwaukee Tool for repair.

Official Remedy

The official remedy is a free repair. Consumers should contact Milwaukee Tool to arrange for the repair. Registration of the product is required to receive the prepaid shipping label.

Contact Information

Consumers may contact Milwaukee Tool toll-free at 833-953-2012 from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. They may also use the eService portal at https://service.milwaukeetool.com/support/eservice or visit https://www.milwaukeetool.com/news/press-releases and click on the 2025 tab for more information. Additional information is available at http://www.milwaukeetool.com/support/recall. For Canadian consumers, a separate recall notice is available at https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/milwaukee-chainsaw-recalled-due-laceration-hazard.

Recall Timeline

  • **October 30, 2025** – 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 Milwaukee Tool M18 FUELTM Top Handle Chainsaw with either a 12″ or 14″ bar?

A: Check the model and serial number on your product against the official recall notice (#10464).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Milwaukee Tool M18 FUELTM Top Handle Chainsaw with either a 12″ or 14″ bar?

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 Milwaukee Tool M18 FUELTM Top Handle Chainsaw with either a 12″ or 14″ bar?

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

Related Recalls (Click to expand)

Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official recall notices.
Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original recall notice
for complete details and official instructions.




Leave a Comment