CPSC recall 11-711, announced December 16, 2010, covers STIHL FS 310 Bike Handle Trimmer/Brushcutter (about 1,000 units). Vibration from the ignition module may cause the trimmer head to loosen and detach from the mounting, posing an injury hazard. The notice cites 3 incident reports. STIHL informed purchasers for whom they had addresses directly by letter after April 15, 2010. 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 model number FS 310 is located in two places, on the shaft and on the flywheel housing below the starter grip.
Which products are included?
The recalled bike handle trimmer/brushcutter has "STIHL" printed on the engine head. The model number FS 310 is located in two places, on the shaft and on the flywheel housing below the starter grip. This recall includes all units with serial numbers ranging from 27961 1030 through 27961 1119 and 27984 3607 through 27984 4556, which can be found on an adhesive label affixed to the bottom of the fuel tank and etched into the metal frame on the bottom of the engine.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Vibration from the ignition module may cause the trimmer head to loosen and detach from the mounting, posing an injury hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The company received three reports of incidents and no reports of injuries.
Official remedy
STIHL informed purchasers for whom they had addresses directly by letter after April 15, 2010. Consumers should stop using this trimmer/brushcutter immediately and take it to an authorized STIHL dealer for a new ignition module, which will be installed at no cost to the consumer.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- STIHL
- Manufacturer
- STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Va.
- Product type
- Bicycles & components
- Recall number
- 11-711
- Units
- About 1,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from June 2009 to April 2010 for about $550.
STIHL FS 310 Bike Handle Trimmer/Brushcutter
CPSC product type: Brushcutters
Recall contact information
For more information, contact STIHL between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday at (800) 610-6677 or visit STIHL's website at www.stihlusa.com
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