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Recall 17095 — STIHL gas-powered chain saws

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2017-02-23

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
17095
Date of alert
2017-02-23
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Brand
ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: This recall involves STIHL MS 461 gas-powered chain saws, and the MS 461 R chain saw with a wrap handle. The model number is on the model plate, located on the starter cover. The chain saws are gray and orange with "STIHL" on the engine cover. Recalled chain saws have a serial number between 173092800 and 181993952, under the front hand guard on the engine housing's sprocket side. Hazards: The fuel line can leak, posing fire and burn hazards.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/STIHL-Recalls-Chain-Saws

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