CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws

Recalled May 29, 2003 · CPSC recall 03541 · Stihl

Hazard

In some units, the fuel tank vent could be installed incorrectly and become dislodged. If this occurs, fuel could leak and result in a fire.

Remedy

Authorized Stihl dealers will replace all fuel tank vents. If you own one of the recalled chain saws, stop using it until the fuel tank vent has been replaced.

Units

13,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

Stihl and model number, MS 270C, MS280, or MS280C are printed on the starter housing. The serial number is inscribed into the surface of the housing and can be seen by looking at the surface of the chain saw next to and above the bumper spikes. Saws with serial numbers from 255923345 through 260340097 are included in this recall.

What to do

Authorized Stihl dealers will replace all fuel tank vents. If you own one of the recalled chain saws, stop using it until the fuel tank vent has been replaced.

Contact

Call Stihl at (800) 610-6677 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or go to the company's website at www.stihlusa.com

Product

Stihl Chain Saws

Manufacturer(s)

Stihl Inc., Virginia Beach, Va.

Retailers

Stihl dealers nationwide sold the chain saws, from August 2002 through March 2003, for between $350 and $430.

Made in

United States

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →