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STIHL RE 90 Pressure Washers

CPSC Recall #20-057 — January 23, 2020

Recall #20-057 Date: January 23, 2020 Remedy: Replace

Product

STIHL RE 90 Pressure Washers

Description

This recall involves the spray wand supplied with STIHL RE 90 Pressure Washers, part number 4951-012-4504.  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.

Hazard

The pressure washer nozzle can disconnect from the spray wand when under pressure during use, posing an injury hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

STIHL Inc. has received seven reports of the nozzle detaching from the spray wand during use.  No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

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

Units Affected

About 16,400

Sold At

Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from May 2019 through October 2019 for about $180. 

Importer

STIHL Incorporated., of Virginia Beach, Va.

Manufactured In

China

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Replace. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.

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