CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-01-11). Hazards: fire. Models: 192. About 23,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06063 |
| Published | 2006-01-11 |
| Last updated | 2024-04-23 |
| Product category | Chain Saws |
| Products | Stihl-brand MS 192 T Chain Saws |
| Firm named in the title | Stihl Inc. |
| Firms | Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 23,500 |
| Model numbers | 192 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized Stihl dealers nationwide from January 2005 through July 2005 for about $280. |
Description
The recalled Stihl-brand chain saws have model number MS 192 T, located on the side of the chain saw's starter housing. They include serial numbers 264371702 through 266087005, which is located on the top/front of the chain saw's housing.
Hazard
These chain saws can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard. A connection in the ignition grounding system could loosen and create a spark, posing a fire hazard. Also the springs in the clutch assembly could come out of position, allowing a spring of the clutch to be projected from the saw housing, resulting in injury to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these chain saws immediately and return them to an authorized Stihl dealer for a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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