CPSCRecalled May 29, 2003 · #03541
CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws
Hazard
In some units, the fuel tank vent could be installed incorrectly and become dislodged. If this occurs, fuel could leak and result in a fire.
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Get started, freeDescription
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.
Product details
- Product
- Stihl Chain Saws
- Type
- Chain Saws
- Manufacturer
- Stihl Inc., Virginia Beach, Va.
- Model numbers
- 270C, MS280, MS280C, 255923345, 260340097
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Stihl dealers nationwide sold the chain saws, from August 2002 through March 2003, for between $350 and $430.
- Made in
- United States
What you should do
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.