CPSC2015-11-12
STIHL Recalls Edgers, Trimmer/Brushcutters, Pole Pruners and KombiMotors Due to Fire Hazard
STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Hazard
The gasoline tank vent can become dislodged due to incorrect factory installation and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free inspection and repair.
Sold at
Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from November 2014 through September 2015 for between $200 and $400.
Affected count
About 140,000 (in addition, about 16,000 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
STIHL Inc. has received 319 reports of the fuel tank vents coming loose and fuel leaking. No fires or injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
STIHL gas-powered edgers, trimmer/brushcutters, pole pruners and KombiMotors
Consumer contact
STIHL Inc. at 800-610-6677 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email stihlrecall@stihl.us or online at www.stihlusa.com and click on Information and then Product Recalls for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Stihl-Recalls-Edgers-Trimmer-Brushcutters-Pole-Pruners-and-KombiMotorsDon't want to check this manually?
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