STIHL Recalls MSA 300 Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

The chain saw can take longer to brake than expected, posing a laceration hazard.

Recall #: 23282
Affected scope: About 2,800

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

The CPSC recalled This recall involves the braking system of the STIHL MSA 300, a battery-powered chain saw….

STIHL Recalls MSA 300 Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in September 14, 2023. Reason: The chain saw can take longer to brake than expected, posing a laceration hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled STIHL MSA 300 chain saw and bring it…. Verify recall #23282 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The chain saw can take longer to brake than expected, posing a laceration hazard..

None
agency class: September 14, 2023
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #23282 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.

Product description

This recall involves the braking system of the STIHL MSA 300, a battery-powered chain saw. The chain saw is gray and orange. "STIHL" and "MSA 300" are displayed on the side of the chain saw. The recalled chain saw's serial number is located on a label on the rear hand guard. Serial numbers lower than 447457319 are included in the recall.

Reason for recall

The chain saw can take longer to brake than expected, posing a laceration hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled STIHL MSA 300 chain saw and bring it to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for the free replacement of the brake drum and brake band.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	23282
Date reported	September 14, 2023
Date initiated	September 14, 2023
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 2,800
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

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled STIHL MSA 300 chain saw and bring it to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The chain saw can take longer to brake than expected, posing a laceration hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled STIHL MSA 300 chain saw and bring it to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for the free replacement of the brake drum and brake band.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 14, 2023. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 23282.

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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