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Affected model numbers
KM55KM55RKM55RCFS55TFS55RTCheck the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: KM55, KM55R, KM55RC, FS55T, FS55RT.
Why it was recalled
An internal clip may become dislodged and, as a result, the clutch shoes could be projected from the clutch housing and strike consumers, posing the risk of injury.
Incidents and injuries
Stihl has received no reports of incidents.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using this multi-task tool immediately and return it to an authorized Stihl dealer for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Stihl Inc.
- Manufacturer
- Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
- Recall number
- 05-105
- Units
- About 45,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Stihl dealers for between $180 and $210. The FS models were sold between October 2001 and October 2002 and the KM models were sold between September 2002 and October 2004.
KombiSystem Multi-Task Tool
CPSC product type: Hedge Trimmers
Recall contact information
Call Stihl Inc. at (800) 610-6677 between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET or visit Stihl's Web site at www.stihlusa.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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