STIHL Inc. Chain Saws recall: Laceration Hazard
STIHL Inc. Recalls Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
Why was STIHL Inc. Chain Saws recalled?
The throttle trigger may stick after it has been released by the operator, which could cause the engine to continue to run at a speed that drives the saw chain. This can pose a risk of a laceration injury to the user or a bystander.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these chain saws immediately and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free repair. Contact: For additional information, contact STIHL at (800) 610-6677 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit STIHL's website at www.stihlusa.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- STIHL MS 361C chain saws (C-Q version)
- Company
- STIHL Incorporated of Virginia Beach, Va.
- Quantity
- About 5,000
- Sold at
- Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from February 2004 through August 2009 for about $640.
- Recall date
- December 23, 2010
- Incidents / injuries
- STIHL has received three reports of the throttle trigger sticking. No injuries have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled chain saws have a rear-handle activated chain brake (C-Q version) and have an orange top casing, gray base, black handle and "STIHL MS 361C" printed in an orange circle on the side of the unit.