If you determine that you have a model in the serial number range listed above, discontinue the use of your STIHL product and take it to an authorized STIHL dealer. This creates a risk of fire, although STIHL Incorporated has received no reports of fires or injuries at this time. The tank vent may not be fully inserted in the fuel tank, allowing fuel to leak.
Models potentially affected are as follows: The serial number can be found on the label on the bottom of the power head (engine) housing. Only products with serial numbers between 501830183576 are included in this recall. The STIHL products subject to this recall were sold from November 2014 through September 2015. STIHL Incorporated’s records indicate that a product included in the recall was registered in your name. These products were sold by authorized STIHL dealers.
Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, STIHL Incorporated is recalling certain STIHL gas-powered edgers, trimmer/brushcutters, pole pruners and KombiMotors.
