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CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Backpack Blowers

Active Recall Announced October 18, 2005 CPSC #06008

Quick answer

CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Backpack Blowers is CPSC recall #06008, announced on October 18, 2005. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is consumers should stop using these blowers immediately and return them to an authorized stihl dealer for a free repair.. Affected brand: Stihl Inc. of Virginia Beach, Va..

Hazard

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.

Affected products

BR 500 and BR 550 Backpack Blowers

Recalled brands

Stihl Inc. of Virginia Beach, Va.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these blowers immediately and return them to an authorized Stihl dealer for a free repair.

Recall date

October 18, 2005

Categories

Blowers
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Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #06008?

CPSC recall #06008 covers CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Backpack Blowers, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on October 18, 2005. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #06008?

The CPSC remedy for recall #06008 is consumers should stop using these blowers immediately and return them to an authorized stihl dealer for a free repair.. 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 Backpack Blowers 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/2006/CPSC-Stihl-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Backpack-Blowers. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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