STIHL Recalls MSA 300 Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2023-09-14). Hazards: laceration. About 2,800 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 23282 |
| Published | 2023-09-14 |
| Last updated | 2023-09-14 |
| Products | STIHL MSA 300 chain saws |
| Firm named in the title | STIHL |
| Firms | STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Virginia (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Austria |
| Units (US) | 2,800 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | repair, replace, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized STIHL independent dealers nationwide from October 2022 through July 2023 for about $800. |
Description
This recall involves the braking system of the STIHL MSA 300, a battery-powered chain saw. The chain saw is gray and orange. "STIHL" and "MSA 300" are displayed on the side of the chain saw. The recalled chain saw's serial number is located on a label on the rear hand guard. Serial numbers lower than 447457319 are included in the recall.
Hazard
The chain saw can take longer to brake than expected, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled STIHL MSA 300 chain saw and bring it to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for the free replacement of the brake drum and brake band.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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