CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws
CPSC recall 06063 · announced January 11, 2006 · Stihl · 23,500 units affected
The product
The recalled Stihl-brand chain saws have model number MS 192 T, located on the side of the chain saw's starter housing. They include serial numbers 264371702 through 266087005, which is located on the top/front of the chain saw's housing.
The hazard
These chain saws can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard. A connection in the ignition grounding system could loosen and create a spark, posing a fire hazard. Also the springs in the clutch assembly could come out of position, allowing a spring of the clutch to be projected from the saw housing, resulting in injury to the user.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these chain saws immediately and return them to an authorized Stihl dealer for a free repair.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Authorized Stihl dealers nationwide from January 2005 through July 2005 for about $280.
Consumer contact: Call Stihl Inc. at (800) 610-6677 between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Stihl's Web site at www.stihlusa.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.