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STIHL Recalls MSA 300 Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

Active Recall Announced September 14, 2023 CPSC #23282

Quick answer

STIHL Recalls MSA 300 Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard is CPSC recall #23282, announced on September 14, 2023. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the braking system of the STIHL MSA 300, a battery-powered chain saw. The chain saw is gray and orange. "STIHL" and "MSA 300" are displayed on the side of the chain saw. The recalled chain saw's serial number is located on a label on the rear hand guard. Serial numbers lower than 447457319 are included in the recall. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stihl msa 300 chain saw and bring it to an authorized stihl servicing dealer for the free replacement of the brake drum and brake band.. Affected brand: STIHL Incorporated.

Hazard

This recall involves the braking system of the STIHL MSA 300, a battery-powered chain saw. The chain saw is gray and orange. "STIHL" and "MSA 300" are displayed on the side of the chain saw. The recalled chain saw's serial number is located on a label on the rear hand guard. Serial numbers lower than 447457319 are included in the recall.

Affected products

STIHL MSA 300 chain saws

Recalled brands

STIHL Incorporated

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled STIHL MSA 300 chain saw and bring it to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for the free replacement of the brake drum and brake band.

Recall date

September 14, 2023

Categories

STIHL MSA 300 chain saws
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Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #23282?

CPSC recall #23282 covers STIHL Recalls MSA 300 Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on September 14, 2023. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the braking system of the STIHL MSA 300, a battery-powered chain saw. The chain saw is gray and orange. "STIHL" and "MSA 300" are displayed on the side of the chain saw. The recalled chain saw's serial number is located on a label on the rear hand guard. Serial numbers lower than 447457319 are included in the recall.

What is the remedy for recall #23282?

The CPSC remedy for recall #23282 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stihl msa 300 chain saw and bring it to an authorized stihl servicing dealer for the free replacement of the brake drum and brake band.. 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 STIHL Recalls MSA 300 Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard 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/2023/STIHL-Recalls-MSA-300-Chain-Saws-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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