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Recall 03037 — Chain Saws

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2002-11-13

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
03037
Date of alert
2002-11-13
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Brand
Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: The recalled Stihl chain saws include model number MS 170 and MS 180 C with serial numbers 255120848 through 255122797 and 255739074 through 255741150. The name "Stihl" and the model numbers are located on the starter housing. The serial number is printed on the housing near the bumper spikes. Hazards: Fuel can leak out of the chain saw's tank, which could cause a fire or injury hazard to consumers.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Stihl-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Chain-Saws-

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