STIHL Inc. Recalls Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 11080 · announced December 23, 2010 · Stihl Incorporated Of Virginia Beach, Va · 5,000 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
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 to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these chain saws immediately and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free repair. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): STIHL has received three reports of the throttle trigger sticking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from February 2004 through August 2009 for about $640.
Consumer 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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.