CPSCDecember 23, 2010consumer

STIHL Inc. Recalls Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Recalled product: STIHL Inc. Recalls Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

The hazard

The throttle trigger may stick after it has been released by the operator, which could cause the engine to continue to run at a speed that drives the saw chain. This can pose a risk of a laceration injury to the user or a bystander.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these chain saws immediately and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free repair.

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