Mixed
1 CPSC recall in the last 36 months.
WORX makes cordless outdoor power tools; USPTO lists Positec Group as the trademark owner. The CPSC lists 3 recalls, 1 in the last three years: corded chainsaws and pole saws sold as Hyper Tough, Worx and Portland. With Amazon ratings short of our top band, the verdict is mixed.
Recall counts are not adjusted for sales volume. How the verdict works
What owners say about WORX
Domestic, non professional, with a bunch of Milwaukee M12/M18 tools but have quite old 18v blower, mower and trimmer from Worx that I'm looking to replace ...
WORX recalls
- 2025
- 2025-07-03Hyper Tough, Worx and Portland Chainsaws and Pole Saws. The main switch on the recalled chainsaws and pole saws can fail, allowing the saws to continue to run even after the switch is released, posing a laceration… CPSC notice
- 2022
- 2022-02-10WORX® Brand 13 Amp 1900 PSI Electric Pressure Washers. The sprayer hose can separate from the spray wand during use, posing an impact injury hazard to the user or passersby. CPSC notice
- 2015
- 2015-06-24Leaf Blowers. The grounded and ungrounded wiring in the electric blower/vacs could be reversed, posing a shock hazard to consumers. CPSC notice
Product-related lawsuits
No product liability or consumer fraud cases naming WORX found in federal court records.
What to buy from WORX
Best-rated WORX products
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WORX product lines on Amazon
| Product line | Products | Owner ratings |
|---|---|---|
| Outdoor Power Tools | 15 | Well rated |
| Building Supplies | 1 | Highly rated |
| Power & Hand Tools | 2 | Highly rated |
| Gardening & Lawn Care | 1 | Highly rated |
| Vacuums & Floor Care | 1 | Well rated |
WORX customer service and warranty
We have not verified WORX's warranty and support contacts yet.
Who makes WORX
- Headquarters
- Bayswater source
- Trademark (USPTO)
- Positec Group Limited (CHINA); first registered 2006 source
- Made in (recalled products)
- China (3 of 3 recalls)
FAQ
Is WORX a good brand?
Mixed. 1 CPSC recall in the last 36 months. Owner satisfaction on Amazon: Medium.
How many recalls has WORX had in the last 3 years?
1 recall in the last 36 months, according to the CPSC.
Who owns the WORX trademark?
USPTO lists Positec Group Limited (CHINA) as the owner of the WORX trademark, first registered 2006.
Where is WORX based?
Bayswater.
Where are WORX products made?
Recalled WORX products listed by the CPSC were made in China (3 of 3 recalls).
Has WORX had product recalls?
Yes. The CPSC lists 3 recalls for WORX. The most recent, on 2025-07-03: Positec Recalls Electric Corded Chainsaws and Pole Saws Due to Laceration Hazard.