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STIHL Recalls to Repair Mini-Cultivator Attachments Due to Laceration Hazard

Name: STIHL Recalls to Repair Mini-Cultivator Attachments Due to Laceration Hazard
Brand: STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, VA
SKU: CPSC-20193
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Veröffentlicht: 30. September 2020Rückruf-ID: 20193Kategorie: VerbraucherprodukteLand: Vereinigte Staaten

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Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr

The gearbox could have mistakenly been installed upside down by the STIHL dealer causing the tines to rotate backwards toward the operator, posing a laceration hazard to the user.

Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation

The recalled mini-cultivator is one of 15 interchangeable attachments to the STIHL KombiMotor KM model powerheads, which are sold separately. The mini-cultivator is used to break up loose soil. It has four black discs with tines mounted to a gearbox and attached to a metal drive tube with a black deflector. The mini-cultivator attachment should have been assembled by the STIHL dealer and not sold in a box or assembled by the consumer. The recalled mini-cultivator attachments are those with the gearbox installed upside down.

Betroffene Produkte

STIHL BF-KM Mini-Cultivator attachments

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/STIHL-Recalls-to-Repair-Mini-Cultivator-Attachments-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard
Title	STIHL Recalls to Repair Mini-Cultivator Attachments Due to Laceration Hazard
Images › 1 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/1-84949AM.png
Images › 1 › Caption	Recalled mini-cultivator (the gearbox is mounted incorrectly and upside down). The axle is above the drive tube when the locating lug for coupling to the powerhead is facing up.
Images › 2 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/2-84957AM.png
Images › 2 › Caption	Recalled mini-cultivator attachment. Close-up of gearbox mounted upside down so that the axle is above the drive tube.
Images › 3 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/3-85055AM.png
Images › 3 › Caption	Proper assembly of mini-cultivator attachment with the gearbox mounted so that the axle is below the drive tube when the locating lug for the coupling to the powerhead at the other end is facing up.
Images › 4 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/4-85104AM.png
Images › 4 › Caption	Properly assembled mini-cultivator attachment with the gearbox mounted so that the axle is below the drive tube.
Hazards › Name	The gearbox could have mistakenly been installed upside down by the STIHL dealer causing the tines to rotate backwards toward the operator, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Injuries › Name	STIHL Inc. has received 12 reports of incidents, including six reports of lacerations to consumers.
Products › Name	STIHL BF-KM Mini-Cultivator attachments
Products › Number Of Units	About 185,000
Recall I D	8912
Remedies › Name	Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mini-cultivator attachment and take it to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for a free inspection and free proper assembly.
Retailers › Name	Authorized STIHL servicing dealers nationwide from January 2005 through August 2020 for about $190.
Recall Date	2020-09-30T00:00:00
Description	The recalled mini-cultivator is one of 15 interchangeable attachments to the STIHL KombiMotor KM model powerheads, which are sold separately. The mini-cultivator is used to break up loose soil. It has four black discs with tines mounted to a gearbox and attached to a metal drive tube with a black deflector. The mini-cultivator attachment should have been assembled by the STIHL dealer and not sold in a box or assembled by the consumer. The recalled mini-cultivator attachments are those with the gearbox installed upside down.
Recall Number	20193
Manufacturers › Name	STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, VA
Remedy Options › Option	Repair
Consumer Contact	STIHL Inc. at 800-233-4729 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail at stihlrecall@stihl.us or online at www.stihlusa.com and click on “Information” and then “Product Recalls” and then “BF-KM recall” for more information.
Last Publish Date	2020-09-30T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	United States

Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately

Safety Steps

1Verify Product Identifiers

Check the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.

2Isolate & Discontinue Use

Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.

3Claim Free Statutory Remedy

Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.

4Report Adverse Incidents

If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).

Your Legal Rights as a Consumer

Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall

FAQ Guide

Q1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought STIHL Recalls to Repair Mini-Cultivator Attachments Due to Laceration Hazard?

Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.

Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?

Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.

Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?

In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.

Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?

This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.

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Rückrufendes UnternehmenSTIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, VA

Recall Hazard Severity

Caution (Class III)

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