CPSC recall 06-008, announced October 18, 2005, covers Stihl BR 500 and BR 550 Backpack Blowers (about 6,230 units). The fan wheel on these backpack blowers could break, resulting in pieces of plastic flying out of the blower housing. The notice cites 5 incident reports. Consumers should stop using these blowers immediately and return them to an authorized Stihl dealer for a free repair. Recall contact: call (800) 610-6677, or go to www.stihlusa.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The spark plug boot can be removed to view the serial number from the exterior of the blower.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fan wheel on these backpack blowers could break, resulting in pieces of plastic flying out of the blower housing. This poses a risk of injury to the user or a bystander.
Incidents and injuries
Stihl has received five reports of the fan wheel breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these blowers immediately and return them to an authorized Stihl dealer for a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Stihl
- Manufacturer
- Stihl Inc. of Virginia Beach, Va.
- Product type
- Leaf blowers
- Recall number
- 06-008
- Units
- About 6,230
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Stihl dealers nationwide from January 2005 through May 2005 for about $450.
BR 500 and BR 550 Backpack Blowers
CPSC product type: Blowers
Recall contact information
Contact Stihl at (800) 610-6677 between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit Stihl's Web site at www.stihlusa.com
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