CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws
USCPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws
Recalling Firm: Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Fuel can leak out of the chain saw's tank, which could cause a fire or injury hazard to consumers.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled Stihl chain saws include model number MS 170 and MS 180 C with serial numbers 255120848 through 255122797 and 255739074 through 255741150. The name "Stihl" and the model numbers are located on the starter housing. The serial number is printed on the housing near the bumper spikes.
Affected Products
Chain Saws
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Stihl-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Chain-Saws- |
| Title | CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws |
| Hazards › Name | Fuel can leak out of the chain saw's tank, which could cause a fire or injury hazard to consumers. |
| Injuries › Name | Stihl has received six reports of fuel leakage. No fires or injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Chain Saws |
| Products › Type | Chain Saws |
| Products › Category I D | 1876 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 3,000 |
| Recall I D | 2317 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the chain saws immediately and return them to the dealer where purchased, for a free repair. |
| Retailers › Name | Stihl dealers nationwide sold the chain saws, from July 2002 through October 2002, for between $180 and $200. |
| Recall Date | 2002-11-13T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled Stihl chain saws include model number MS 170 and MS 180 C with serial numbers 255120848 through 255122797 and 255739074 through 255741150. The name "Stihl" and the model numbers are located on the starter housing. The serial number is printed on the housing near the bumper spikes. |
| Recall Number | 03037 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va. |
| Consumer Contact | For more information, consumers can contact Stihl at (800) 610-6677 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-05-05T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
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