STIHL Inc. Recalls Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-545.
The recalled chain saws have a rear-handle activated chain brake (C-Q version) and have an orange top casing, gray base, black handle and "STIHL MS 361C" printed in an orange circle on the side of the unit.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-545.
Consumers should stop using these chain saws 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 February 2004 Through August 2009 For About $640. 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-545.
For additional information, contact STIHL at (800) 610-6677 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit STIHL's website at www.stihlusa.com
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Authorized Stihl Dealers Nationwide From February 2004 Through August 2009 For About $640. Recall FAQ
Authorized Stihl Dealers Nationwide From February 2004 Through August 2009 For About $640. is the subject of a tools recall: STIHL Inc. Recalls Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard. The notice was published on December 23, 2010 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 5,000 units are potentially affected.