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STIHL Recalls Pressure Washers Due to Injury Hazard

Recalled January 23, 2020 · CPSC recall 20057 · STIHL

Recalled STIHL RE 90 Pressure Washer with Spray WandSTIHL RE 90 Spray WandSTIHL RE 90 Spray Gun, Wand and Nozzle (unassembled)STIHL RE 90 Spray Gun, Wand and Nozzle (assembled)
Hazard
The pressure washer nozzle can disconnect from the spray wand when under pressure during use, posing an injury hazard.
Remedy
Replace
Units
About 16,400
Incidents / injuries
STIHL has received seven reports of the nozzle detaching from the spray wand during use. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves the spray wand supplied with STIHL RE 90 Pressure Washers. The pressure washer is gray and orange with "STIHL RE 90" printed on the front. The recalled spray wand measures 15 inches long and attaches to the spray gun. Interchangeable nozzles connect to the spray wand.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washers and contact STIHL or an authorized STIHL servicing dealer to receive a free replacement spray wand.

Contact

STIHL toll-free at 844-978-1291 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.stihlusa.com and click on “Information” and then “Product Recalls” and then “RE-90-wand-service-action” for more information.

Product
STIHL RE 90 Pressure Washers
Imported by
STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Retailers
Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from May 2019 through October 2019 for about $180.
Made in
China

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

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