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Trimmers/Brushcutters Recalled by STIHL Incorporated Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: December 16, 2010 Initiated: December 16, 2010 #11711

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

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 1,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/TrimmersBrushcutters-Recalled-by-STIHL-Incorporated-Recall-Alert

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Recalled by STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Va.. Units affected: About 1,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Vibration from the ignition module may cause the trimmer head to loosen and detach from the mounting, posing an injury hazard.
What should consumers 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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 16, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11711.

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