STIHL Recalls Yard Power Products Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
CPSC Recall #11-226 — May 24, 2011
Description
"The level of ethanol and other fuel additives can distort the toolless fuel cap, allowing fuel to spill."
Hazard
"The level of ethanol and other fuel additives can distort the toolless fuel cap, allowing fuel to spill, posing a fire and burn hazard."
Incidents / Injuries
STIHL has received 81 reports of difficulty installing and/or removing the fuel caps and fuel spillage. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these products and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free repair. Consumers can contact STIHL for instructions on identifying these toolless fuel caps.
Units Affected
About 2.3 million
Sold At
Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from July 2002 through May 2011 for between $190 and $650.
Manufactured In
United States