Recall alert: 554K Kobalt yard tools recalled for short-circuit, fire hazard

Kobalt is recalling 554,780 yard tools with USB-C batteries due to short-circuit and fire hazards. The affected products include trimmers, blowers, mowers, chainsaws, and pruning saws sold at Lowe’s between January 2026 and May 2026. Consumers are advised to avoid charging the batteries via USB-C and contact Greenworks Tools for a free replacement battery without a USB-C port.