CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2494.
Stihl and model number, MS 270C, MS280, or MS280C are printed on the starter housing. The serial number is inscribed into the surface of the housing and can be seen by looking at the surface of the chain saw next to and above the bumper spikes. Saws with serial numbers from 255923345 through 260340097 are included in this recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2494.
Authorized Stihl dealers will replace all fuel tank vents. If you own one of the recalled chain saws, stop using it until the fuel tank vent has been replaced.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Stihl Dealers Nationwide Sold The Chain Saws, From August 2002 Through March 2003, For Between $350 And $430. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2494.
Call Stihl at (800) 610-6677 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or go to the company's website at www.stihlusa.com
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Stihl Dealers Nationwide Sold The Chain Saws, From August 2002 Through March 2003, For Between $350 And $430. Recall FAQ
Stihl Dealers Nationwide Sold The Chain Saws, From August 2002 Through March 2003, For Between $350 And $430. is the subject of a tools recall: CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws. The notice was published on May 29, 2003 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 13,000 units are potentially affected.