CPSC2011-05-25
STIHL Recalls Yard Power Products Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Hazard
The level of ethanol and other fuel additives can distort the toolless fuel cap, allowing fuel to spill, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these products and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free repair. Consumers can contact STIHL for instructions on identifying these toolless fuel caps.
Sold at
Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from July 2002 through May 2011 for between $190 and $650.
Affected count
About 2.3 million
Injuries reported
STIHL has received 81 reports of difficulty installing and/or removing the fuel caps and fuel spillage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Gas powered STIHL trimmers, brushcutters, KombiMotors, hedge trimmers, edgers, clearing saws, pole pruners, and backpack blowers that utilize a toolless fuel cap
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact STIHL toll-free at (800) 233-4729 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.stihlusa.com or e-mail to stihlrecall@stihl.us
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/STIHL-Recalls-Yard-Power-Products-Due-to-Burn-and-Fire-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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