[Recalled] BR 500 and BR 550 Backpack Blowers — These backpack blowers have serial numbers ranging from 264264925 through 26474… | CPSC 2005-10-18
This is an official product-safety recall record. Below are the verified details from the issuing authority, in plain language.
Recall details
| Product | BR 500 and BR 550 Backpack Blowers |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Stihl Inc. of Virginia Beach, Va. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 06008 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 18 October 2005 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: These backpack blowers have serial numbers ranging from 264264925 through 264740832 which are located on top of the engine's cylinder on the fin. The spark plug boot can be removed to view the serial number from the exterior of the blower. Hazards: The fan wheel on these backpack blowers could break, resulting in pieces of plastic flying out of the blower housing. This poses a risk of injury to the user or a bystander.
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What to do if you own this product
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