CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Backpack Blowers
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3142.
These backpack blowers have serial numbers ranging from 264264925 through 264740832 which are located on top of the engine's cylinder on the fin. The spark plug boot can be removed to view the serial number from the exterior of the blower.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3142.
Consumers should stop using these blowers immediately and return them to an authorized Stihl dealer for a free repair.
✅ 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 Authorized Stihl Dealers Nationwide From January 2005 Through May 2005 For About $450. 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-3142.
Contact Stihl at (800) 610-6677 between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit Stihl's Web site at www.stihlusa.com
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Authorized Stihl Dealers Nationwide From January 2005 Through May 2005 For About $450. Recall FAQ
Authorized Stihl Dealers Nationwide From January 2005 Through May 2005 For About $450. is the subject of a consumer products recall: CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Backpack Blowers. The notice was published on October 18, 2005 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 6,230 units are potentially affected.