STIHL PolyCut Mowing Heads Recalled Due to Injury Hazard
Recall Date: 2019-09-05
Source Link: https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/STIHL-PolyCut-Mowing-Heads-Recalled-Due-to-Injury-Hazard
The bolts connecting the plastic blades and holding the mowing head together can come loose and the mowing head can come apart, posing a risk of injury to the user or bystanders.
Recall Details
This recall involves mowing head cutting attachments compatible with some models of STIHL-brand trimmers, brushcutters, and clearing saws. The mowing heads can be identified by the name “STIHL” and model number “27-3” or “47-3” located on the original packaging and molded on the top side of the mowing head. The mowing heads have three orange plastic blades, each attached with a bolt and a nut, a black top housing, and a white bottom housing.
Consumers should stop using the recalled mowing heads immediately and take them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a full refund.
STIHL Inc. has received 28 reports of loose bolts or mowing heads coming apart, including two reports of injuries.
STIHL Inc. at 800-610-6677 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail stihlrecall@stihl.us or online at www.stihlusa.com and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.
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