CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws

Active Recall Announced May 29, 2003 CPSC #03541

Quick answer

CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws is CPSC recall #03541, announced on May 29, 2003. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is 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.. Affected brand: Stihl Inc., Virginia Beach, Va..

Hazard

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.

Affected products

Stihl Chain Saws

Recalled brands

Stihl Inc., Virginia Beach, Va.

Remedy

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.

Recall date

May 29, 2003

Categories

Chain Saws

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #03541?

CPSC recall #03541 covers CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 29, 2003. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #03541?

The CPSC remedy for recall #03541 is 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.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Stihl-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Chain-Saws. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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