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STIHL Recalls Chain Saws Due to Risk of Injury

Name of Product:
MS 391 Chain Saws
Hazard:
The flywheel on the chain saw can crack causing parts of the flywheel to separate and strike users or bystanders, posing a risk of injury.
Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
February 14, 2012
Units:
About 3,000
Consumer Contact

For additional information, consumers should contact STIHL at (800) 610-6677 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.stihlusa.com. Consumers also can email the firm at stihlrecall@stihl.us

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves STIHL MS 391 gas-powered chain saws with an orange top casing, gray base and black front handle and hand guard. "STIHL" and "MS 391" are printed in an orange circle on the starter side of the unit. The serial number is located on the crankcase to the right of the muffler when viewed from the rear of the saw. Serial numbers included in the recall are:

28535 1759 through 28535 1956
28664 5278 through 28664 6277
28665 1283 through 28665 5577
28724 4317 through 28724 4480
28735 3627 through 28735 3647
Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for the installation of a free replacement flywheel.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported.

Sold At:
Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from March 2011 through July 2011 for between $530 and $550.
Manufacturer(s):
STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Manufactured In:
United States
Recall number:
12-108

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