Kobalt 24V and 48V Yard Power Tools
Greenworks is recalling 20+ models of Kobalt yard power tools due to a fire hazard when charging batteries via the USB-C port.
Immediately stop using the USB-C charging port on the affected batteries while they are inserted in the tools. Contact Greenworks Tools to receive a free replacement battery or a full refund for the battery, depending on the specific model.
Recall at a glance
- Units affected
- About 554,780
- Reported incidents
- The firm has received 34 reports of the batteries producing smoke, sparking or catching fire while the batteries are inserted in the tool and charging with the USB-C port. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
- Contact
- Greenworks Tools toll-free at 888-266-7096 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, email at recalls@greenworkstools.com or online at www.greenworkstools.com/pages/product-recall-information or www.greenworkstools.com/ and click on "Recalls & Important Safety Notices" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Why it was recalled
Greenworks Tools is recalling 20+ models of Kobalt yard power tools, including trimmers, blowers, and mowers, that use 24V batteries with a USB-C charging port. Charging these batteries through the USB-C port while inserted in the tools can cause a short-circuit, posing a serious fire and injury hazard. The full list of affected model numbers is available on the CPSC recall page.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers the product below. If you have it, yours is affected.
Kobalt 24V and 48V Trimmers, Blowers, Mowers, Chainsaws and Pruning Saws with USB-C Batteries
- Made in
- China
Where it was sold
Lowe's stores nationwide and online at Lowes.com from January 2026 through May 2026 for between $20 and $482.
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Announced by CPSC
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
Official source
Other Fire Hazard recalls
Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-07-10 · primary source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission