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Product Recall
STIHL Recalls Chain Saws Due to Risk of Injury
MS 391 Chain Saws
Recall Date: February 14th, 2012
Type: Chain Saws
Units: About 3,000
Hazards: The flywheel on the chain saw can crack causing parts of the flywheel to separate and strike users or bystanders, posing a risk of injury.
Remedies: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for the installation of a free replacement flywheel.
Description
This recall involves STIHL MS 391 gas-powered chain saws with an orange top casing, gray base and black front handle and hand guard. "STIHL" and "MS 391" are printed in an orange circle on the starter side of the unit. The serial number is located on the crankcase to the right of the muffler when viewed from the rear of the saw. Serial numbers included in the recall are: 28535 1759 through 28535 195628664 5278 through 28664 627728665 1283 through 28665 557728724 4317 through 28724 448028735 3627 through 28735 3647
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Consumer Contact:
For additional information, consumers should contact STIHL at (800) 610-6677 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.stihlusa.com. Consumers also can email the firm at [email protected]Injuries:
None reported.
Manufacturers:
STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Retailers:
Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from March 2011 through July 2011 for between $530 and $550.
