CPSC2002-11-13
CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws
Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Hazard
Fuel can leak out of the chain saw's tank, which could cause a fire or injury hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the chain saws immediately and return them to the dealer where purchased, for a free repair.
Sold at
Stihl dealers nationwide sold the chain saws, from July 2002 through October 2002, for between $180 and $200.
Affected count
About 3,000
Injuries reported
Stihl has received six reports of fuel leakage. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Chain Saws
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can contact Stihl at (800) 610-6677 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Stihl-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Chain-Saws-Don't want to check this manually?
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