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CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Multi-Task Tools

Recalled February 11, 2005 · CPSC recall 05105 · Stihl

Recalled Multi-Task Tool
Hazard
An internal clip may become dislodged and, as a result, the clutch shoes could be projected from the clutch housing and strike consumers, posing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using this multi-task tool immediately and return it to an authorized Stihl dealer for a free repair.
Units
About 45,000
Incidents / injuries
Stihl has received no reports of incidents.

Description

The recalled product is a KombiSystem Multi-Task Tool powerhead, Models KM55, KM55R, KM55RC, FS55T or FS55RT. The recalled models, which have "Stihl" printed on the engine head, have serial numbers lower than 263868001, which can be found on the engine head. The product is a powerhead that can be fitted with attachments for a variety of tasks, including edging, trimming and sweeping.

What to do

Consumers should stop using this multi-task tool immediately and return it to an authorized Stihl dealer for a free repair.

Contact

Call Stihl Inc. at (800) 610-6677 between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET or visit Stihl's Web site at www.stihlusa.com

Product
KombiSystem Multi-Task Tool
Manufacturer(s)
Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Retailers
Authorized Stihl dealers for between $180 and $210. The FS models were sold between October 2001 and October 2002 and the KM models were sold between September 2002 and October 2004.
Made in
United States

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