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CPSC recall · Reported June 21, 2001

CPSC, Firms Announce Recall of Chain Saws and Child Table Seats

A missing screw can cause the chain brake to fail to operate, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers. The seats were sold without a seat belt, posing a risk to children who c…

Recall #
01175
Affected scope
About 1,000 chain saws and 780 child table seats
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Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va. recalled The recalled chain saws are model number 019T with serial numbers 249129398 through 24995… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Firms Announce Recall of Chain Saws and Child Table Seats was recalled by Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va. in June 21, 2001. Reason: A missing screw can cause the chain brake to fail to operate, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers. Th…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled chain saw immediately and return it to the Stihl…. Verify recall #01175 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-A missing screw can cause the chain brake to fail to operate, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers. Th….

Moderate
severity level
June 21, 2001
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01175 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #01175) was formally reported on June 21, 2001. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,000 chain saws and 780 child table seats.

The documented reason for this recall is: A missing screw can cause the chain brake to fail to operate, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers. The seats were sold without a seat belt, posing a risk to children who climb out of the seat. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using the recalled chain saw immediately and return it to the Stihl dealer where purchased for repair. Consumers should immediately stop using the seats and call Inglesina USA t… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 1,000 chain saws and 780 child table seats

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled chain saws are model number 019T with serial numbers 249129398 through 249956311. A label on the chain saw reads in part "STIHL" and "model number 019T." The serial number is imprinted on the front of the chain saw. The recalled table seat has a metal frame with a fabric cover, and connects to the edge of a table to allow a child to sit and eat at the table. The table seat does not have legs; instead, it is suspended in the air by clamps that connect to the underside of the table. The chairs come in blue and yellow and have the name "Inglesina" printed on the arms and the back of the seat.

Reason for recall

A missing screw can cause the chain brake to fail to operate, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers. The seats were sold without a seat belt, posing a risk to children who climb out of the seat.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled chain saw immediately and return it to the Stihl dealer where purchased for repair. Consumers should immediately stop using the seats and call Inglesina USA to receive a replacement or a full refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 01175
Date reported June 21, 2001
Date initiated June 21, 2001
Recalling firm Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Affected scope About 1,000 chain saws and 780 child table seats
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using the recalled chain saw immediately and return it to the Stihl dealer where purchased for repair. Cons…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled chain saws are model number 019T with serial numbers 249129398 through 249956311. A label on the chain saw reads in part "STIHL" and "model number 019T." The serial number is imprinted on the front of the chain saw. The recalled table seat has a metal frame with a fabric cover, and connects to the edge of a table to allow a child to sit and eat at the table. The table seat does not have legs; instead, it is suspended in the air by clamps that connect to the underside of the table. The chairs come in blue and yellow and have the name "Inglesina" printed on the arms and the back of the seat.. Recalled by Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.. Units affected: About 1,000 chain saws and 780 child table seats.
Why was this product recalled?
A missing screw can cause the chain brake to fail to operate, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers. The seats were sold without a seat belt, posing a risk to children who climb out of the seat.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the recalled chain saw immediately and return it to the Stihl dealer where purchased for repair. Consumers should immediately stop using the seats and call Inglesina USA to receive a replacement or a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 21, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01175.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (01175) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported June 21, 2001. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.