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RECALL NOTIFICATION

Makita and Dolmar 64, 73 and 79 cc Gas Powered Chainsaws

The automatic chain brake does not easily engage when the saw kicks back possibly exposing the user to contact with the chain while it is still moving, posing a laceration hazard.

As of July 4, 2018, the company has received no report of incident or injury in Canada.

This recall involves Makita and Dolmar brand chainsaws in the 64, 73 and 79 cc classes. These chainsaws were sold with and without chainsaw bars and chains. The motor housing/fuel tank are either red/orange or teal blue in colour.

The model number and date of manufacture are located on the label at the back of the saw near the handle. The table below provide the model number and date of manufacture of the affected chainsaws.

The affected products were sold in Canada from April 2002 to June 2018.

The following products are included in this recall:
Class	Brand	Model Number	Date Of Manufacture
64cc	Makita	DCS6401-PH	Before June 1, 2018
		DCS6421-PH
		DCS6421-20
	Dolmar	PS6400
73cc	Makita	DCS7301-PH	Before June 1, 2018
		DCS7301-20
		EA7300PRFE
		EA7300P50E
	Dolmar	PS7300
		PS7310
79cc	Makita	DCS7901-PH	Before June 1, 2018
	Dolmar	PS7900
		PS7910

Consumers should immediately stop using the affected chainsaws, and take the saw to the nearest Makita Canada Factory Service Centre to have the saw examined and repaired free of charge.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Name:	Ken Marumoto
Address:	1950 Forbes St, Whitby, ON, L1N 7B7
Phone No:	1-800-263-3734 Ext 245 (From 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM)
URL:	https://www.makita.ca
Email:	k.marumoto@makita.ca

Personal Information Of Customer

Any personal information collected from the owner of the chainsaws will be kept in confidence by Makita Canada Inc. It will be used only for our records in documenting any repairs associated with this recall and will not be shared or used for any other purpose.

Makita Canada Inc. wishes to apologize to our valued customers for any inconvenience that is caused. We are taking all necessary steps to prevent any future incidents such as this. We will implement a more stringent quality control plan in order to prevent these types of defects from occurring. Thank you in advance for you patience and understanding.

RECALL NOTIFICATION

Makita 25.7cc Gas Powered Line Trimmer - ER2600L


	The grommet holding the fuel line and sealing the opening in the fuel tank may become dislodged and allow fuel to leak from the tank, posing fire and burn hazards to the consumer. As of March 7, 2018, the company has received no report of incidents or injuries in Canada. Consumers should stop using these recalled Line trimmers immediately and contact Makita Canada to arrange for a free repair. Affected Model:ER2600L Serial Number:161200826 *Manufactured from June 2017 through September 2017

Consumers should immediately stop using the affected line trimmer, ensure that any fuel is drained from the unit and contact Makita Canada for information on how to return the product for a free repair/replacement.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Name:	Ken Marumoto
Address:	1950 Forbes St, Whitby, ON, L1N 7B7
Phone No:	1-800-263-3734 Ext 245 (From 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM)
URL:	https://www.makita.ca
Email:	k.marumoto@makita.ca

Makita Canada Inc. will replace the part free of charge. Any other associated costs of repair will be the responsibility of the owner of the line trimmer.

Personal Information Of Customer

Any personal information collected from the owner of the line trimmer will be kept in confidence by Makita Canada Inc. It will be used only for our records in documenting any repairs associated with this recall and will not be shared or used for any other purpose.

Makita Canada Inc. wishes to apologize to our valued customers for any inconvenience that is caused. We are taking all necessary steps to prevent any future incidents such as this. We will implement a more stringent quality control plan in order to prevent these types of defects from occurring. Thank you in advance for you patience and understanding.

RECALL NOTIFICATION

1,700W / 85.8 cc 4-Stroke Inverter Generator - G1700I


	Fuel leakage may occur due to the breakage of an outlet nipple on the fuel tank for our portable generators. Consumers should stop using these recalled portable generators immediately and contact Makita Canada to arrange for a free repair. Affected Models:G1700I *Manufactured from September 2003 through February 2009

The generator serial number is typically located on the right side panel when viewing from the control panel. However, some products will have the serial number label located on the rear cover. Please see the table below for the affected serial numbers

Owners of the affected product must stop using the product immediately and contact Makita Canada. The information is shown below.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Brand	Model	Product Number	Serial Number Of Ellfected [7 Digits]
Makita	G1700I	RAS170xxxxx	#3000003 - 3000688,#3010003 - 3021505, #6000001 - 6017296, #8000001 - 8004382

Name:	Ken Marumoto
Address:	1950 Forbes St, Whitby, ON, L1N 7B7
Phone No:	1-800-263-3734 Ext 245 (From 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM)
URL:	https://www.makita.ca
Email:	k.marumoto@makita.ca

Makita Canada Inc. will replace the part free of charge. Any other associated costs of repair will be the responsibility of the owner of the generator.

Personal Information Of Customer

Any personal information collected from the owner of the generator will be kept in confidence by Makita Canada Inc. It will be used only for our records in documenting any repairs associated with this recall and will not be shared or used for any other purpose.

Makita Canada Inc. wishes to apologize to our valued customers for any inconvenience that is caused. We are taking all necessary steps to prevent any future incidents such as this. We will implement a more stringent quality control plan in order to prevent these types of defects from occurring. Thank you in advance for you patience and understanding.

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