CPSC2003-05-29
CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws
Stihl Inc., Virginia Beach, Va.
Hazard
In some units, the fuel tank vent could be installed incorrectly and become dislodged. If this occurs, fuel could leak and result in a fire.
Remedy
Authorized Stihl dealers will replace all fuel tank vents. If you own one of the recalled chain saws, stop using it until the fuel tank vent has been replaced.
Sold at
Stihl dealers nationwide sold the chain saws, from August 2002 through March 2003, for between $350 and $430.
Affected count
13,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Stihl Chain Saws
Consumer contact
Call Stihl at (800) 610-6677 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or go to the company's website at www.stihlusa.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Stihl-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Chain-SawsDon't want to check this manually?
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