CPSC recall · Reported December 16, 2010
Trimmers/Brushcutters Recalled by STIHL Incorporated Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)
Vibration from the ignition module may cause the trimmer head to loosen and detach from the mounting, posing an injury hazard.
Stihl Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Va. recalled The recalled bike handle trimmer/brushcutter has "STIHL" printed on the engine head. The ….
Trimmers/Brushcutters Recalled by STIHL Incorporated Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled by Stihl Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Va. in December 16, 2010. Reason: Vibration from the ignition module may cause the trimmer head to loosen and detach from the mounting, posing …. Remedy: STIHL informed purchasers for whom they had addresses directly by letter after April 15, …. Verify recall #11711 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Stihl Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Va. issued this CPSC recall-Vibration from the ignition module may cause the trimmer head to loosen and detach from the mounting, posing ….
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- December 16, 2010
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11711 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 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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Product description
The recalled bike handle trimmer/brushcutter has "STIHL" printed on the engine head. The model number FS 310 is located in two places, on the shaft and on the flywheel housing below the starter grip. This recall includes all units with serial numbers ranging from 27961 1030 through 27961 1119 and 27984 3607 through 27984 4556, which can be found on an adhesive label affixed to the bottom of the fuel tank and etched into the metal frame on the bottom of the engine.
Reason for recall
Vibration from the ignition module may cause the trimmer head to loosen and detach from the mounting, posing an injury hazard.
Remedy, what to do
STIHL informed purchasers for whom they had addresses directly by letter after April 15, 2010. Consumers should stop using this trimmer/brushcutter immediately and take it to an authorized STIHL dealer for a new ignition module, which will be installed at no cost to the consumer.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 11711 |
| Date reported | December 16, 2010 |
| Date initiated | December 16, 2010 |
| Recalling firm | Stihl Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Va. |
| Affected scope | About 1,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
STIHL informed purchasers for whom they had addresses directly by letter after April 15, 2010. Consumers should stop using this t…
- Check the recall number (11711) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- 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.
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