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STIHL Recalls Edgers, Trimmer/Brushcutters, Pole Pruners and KombiMotors Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: November 12, 2015 Initiated: November 12, 2015 #16031

Product Description

This recall involves STIHL edgers with model number FC 56 C, trimmer/brushcutters with model numbers FS 40 C, FS 50 C, FS 56 C and FS 56 RC, pole pruners with model number HT 56 C and KombiMotors with model number KM 56 RC. The model number is located on the starter cover at the rear of the engine. The engine size is about 28 cc. The products are gray and orange with "STIHL" on the engine cover. The serial number range for all of the recalled units is 501830112 through 504083576. The serial number is located on the label on the bottom of the engine.

Reason for Recall

The gasoline tank vent can become dislodged due to incorrect factory installation and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free inspection and repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 140,000 (in addition, about 16,000 were sold in Canada)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Stihl-Recalls-Edgers-Trimmer-Brushcutters-Pole-Pruners-and-KombiMotors

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves STIHL edgers with model number FC 56 C, trimmer/brushcutters with model numbers FS 40 C, FS 50 C, FS 56 C and FS 56 RC, pole pruners with model number HT 56 C and KombiMotors with model number KM 56 RC. The model number is located on the starter cover at the rear of the engine. The engine size is about 28 cc. The products are gray and orange with "STIHL" on the engine cover. The serial number range for all of the recalled units is 501830112 through 504083576. The serial number is located on the label on the bottom of the engine.. Recalled by STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.. Units affected: About 140,000 (in addition, about 16,000 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The gasoline tank vent can become dislodged due to incorrect factory installation and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free inspection and repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 12, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16031.

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