STIHL Recalls Chain Saws Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
CPSC recall 17095 · announced February 23, 2017 · Andreas Stihl Ag & Co. Kg · 100,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves STIHL MS 461 gas-powered chain saws, and the MS 461 R chain saw with a wrap handle. The model number is on the model plate, located on the starter cover. The chain saws are gray and orange with "STIHL" on the engine cover. Recalled chain saws have a serial number between 173092800 and 181993952, under the front hand guard on the engine housing's sprocket side.
The hazard
The fuel line can leak, posing fire and burn hazards.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free inspection and free repair. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): STIHL Inc. has received 117 reports of pinched or leaking fuel lines. No fires, property damage or injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from July 2012 through December 2016 for about $1,000.
Consumer contact: STIHL Inc. at 800-233-4729 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.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.