CPSC2025-11-06PHYSICAL HAZARD
STIHL Recalls BR 800 Backpack Blowers Due to Laceration Hazard
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Hazard
The fan wheel inside the backpack blower can break apart, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled STIHL BR 800 backpack blower and bring it to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the fan wheel.
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold at
Authorized STIHL independent dealers nationwide from May 2025 through September 2025 for about $600 for the STIHL BR 800 X Magnum model and about $700 for the STIHL BR 800 C-E Magnum model.
Affected count
About 47,800
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
STIHL BR 800 Backpack Blower
Consumer contact
STIHL Inc. toll-free at 800-233-4729 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.stihlusa.com/safety/recalls/br800 or www.stihlusa.com and click on "Recalls & Notices" found under the Information column and then click on "BR 800 Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/STIHL-Recalls-BR-800-Backpack-Blowers-Due-to-Laceration-HazardWant us to check the next one for you?
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