Power Tool Recall: Kobalt Yard Tools with USB-C Batteries
Announced 2026-07-09 · CPSC
Greenworks Tools recalls 24V and 48V Kobalt yard power tools with USB-C batteries. The hazard is charging the lithium-ion batteries through the USB-C port while installed in the tool, which can short-circuit and pose a fire hazard. The recall number is 26611 and the agency is the CPSC.
| Brand | Kobalt 24V and 48V Trimmers, Blowers, Mowers, Chainsaws and Pruning Saws with USB-C Batteries |
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| Product | Kobalt 24V and 48V Trimmers, Blowers, Mowers, Chainsaws and Pruning Saws with USB-C Batteries |
| Reason | Charging the lithium-ion batteries through the USB-C port, while the batteries are inserted in the yard power tools can cause the batteries to short-circuit, posing a risk of serious injury from fire hazard. |
| Severity | unknown |
| Agency | CPSC |
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
- Do not charge the USB-C battery while it remains installed in the tool.
- If you own one of these tools, unplug any USB-C charger and remove the battery if it is safe to do so, following the manufacturer's guidance.
- Check for recall updates from the CPSC or contact Greenworks Tools or the retailer for replacement or corrective action instructions.
How to identify the recalled item
| Recall number | 26611 |
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These are the identifiers CPSC published for this recall. Most recall notices list no UPC or model number at all — if the code on your item is not shown here, that does not mean the item is excluded. Check the official notice, or contact the company.
Where it was sold
Lowe's stores nationwide and online at Lowes.com from January 2026 through May 2026 for between $20 and $482.
Quoted from the CPSC notice.
VERIFIED SOURCES
This is an automatically maintained record of an official recall notice. Details can change; always follow the official notice linked above. See all records in the Recall Database.