Husqvarna 460 Rancher 24 in 60cc Gas Chainsaw BAR DAMAGE Error Fix: Guide Bar Bent or Worn

Error code BAR DAMAGE on the Husqvarna 460 Rancher 24 in 60cc Gas Chainsaw means: Guide Bar Bent or Worn. The guide bar groove rails are worn unevenly, the bar is bent from pinching in a cut, or the bar nose sprocket is damaged — a worn bar causes the chain to lean to one side resulting in curved cuts; sight down the bar to check for straightness; measure the rail groove width with a gauge to check for wear; file or dress the bar rails if they are burred; replace the bar if it is bent, if the rails are worn below specification, or if the nose sprocket is stiff or damaged; always rotate the bar (flip it over) regularly to promote even rail wear

The most successful fix is "Replace the Guide Bar Due to Bend or Excessive Wear" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $30-$50. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace the Guide Bar Due to Bend or Excessive Wear") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: 13mm wrench, Bar groove gauge, Gloves.

DIY cost: $30-$50. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Husqvarna 460 Rancher 24 in 60cc Gas Chainsaw has 8 other known error codes, including: AIR FILTER (Air Filter Clogged or Restricted), BRAKE STUCK (Chain Brake Will Not Release), CHAIN FLIES OFF (Chain Comes Off Guide Bar), CHAIN STOPS (Chain Stops Under Load), CORD WON'T RETRACT (Starter Cord Will Not Retract), and 3 more.

Error code BAR DAMAGE also appears on 1 other Husqvarna model: 455 Rancher 55.5 cc 3.5 HP Gas Chainsaw with X-Torq Engine and Air Injection. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.