[Recalled] STIHL gas-powered edgers, trimmer/brushcutters, pole pruners and KombiMotors — This recall involves STIHL edgers with model number FC 56 C, trimmer/brushcutte… | CPSC 2015-11-12
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | STIHL gas-powered edgers, trimmer/brushcutters, pole pruners and KombiMotors |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 16031 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 12 November 2015 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This recall involves STIHL edgers with model number FC 56 C, trimmer/brushcutters with model numbers FS 40 C, FS 50 C, FS 56 C and FS 56 RC, pole pruners with model number HT 56 C and KombiMotors with model number KM 56 RC. The model number is located on the starter cover at the rear of the engine. The engine size is about 28 cc. The products are gray and orange with "STIHL" on the engine cover. The serial number range for all of the recalled units is 501830112 through 504083576. The serial number is located on the label on the bottom of the engine. Hazards: The gasoline tank vent can become dislodged due to incorrect factory installation and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Review the official notice to confirm whether your unit is affected.
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