CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Multi-Task Tools
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-02-11). Hazards: injury. Models: KM55, KM55R, KM55RC, FS55T, FS55RT. About 45,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05105 |
| Published | 2005-02-11 |
| Last updated | 2024-09-16 |
| Product category | Hedge Trimmers |
| Products | KombiSystem Multi-Task Tool |
| Firm named in the title | Stihl Inc. |
| Firms | Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 45,000 |
| Model numbers | KM55, KM55R, KM55RC, FS55T, FS55RT |
| Hazard classes | injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized Stihl dealers for between $180 and $210. The FS models were sold between October 2001 and October 2002 and the KM models were sold between September 2002 and October 2004. |
Description
The recalled product is a KombiSystem Multi-Task Tool powerhead, Models KM55, KM55R, KM55RC, FS55T or FS55RT. The recalled models, which have "Stihl" printed on the engine head, have serial numbers lower than 263868001, which can be found on the engine head. The product is a powerhead that can be fitted with attachments for a variety of tasks, including edging, trimming and sweeping.
Hazard
An internal clip may become dislodged and, as a result, the clutch shoes could be projected from the clutch housing and strike consumers, posing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using this multi-task tool immediately and return it to an authorized Stihl dealer for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
Stihl has received no reports of incidents.
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