CPSC recall 20-057, announced January 23, 2020, covers STIHL RE 90 Pressure Washers (about 16,400 units). The pressure washer nozzle can disconnect from the spray wand when under pressure during use, posing an injury hazard. The notice cites 7 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washers and contact STIHL or an authorized STIHL servicing dealer to receive a free replacement spray wand. Recall contact: call 844-978-1291, or go to www.stihlusa.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves the spray wand supplied with STIHL RE 90 Pressure Washers. The pressure washer is gray and orange with "STIHL RE 90" printed on the front. The recalled spray wand measures 15 inches long and attaches to the spray gun. Interchangeable nozzles connect to the spray wand.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The pressure washer nozzle can disconnect from the spray wand when under pressure during use, posing an injury hazard.
Incidents and injuries
STIHL has received seven reports of the nozzle detaching from the spray wand during use. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washers and contact STIHL or an authorized STIHL servicing dealer to receive a free replacement spray wand.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- STIHL RE 90
- Product type
- Pressure washers
- Recall number
- 20-057
- Units
- About 16,400
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from May 2019 through October 2019 for about $180.
- Importer
- STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Recall contact information
STIHL toll-free at 844-978-1291 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.stihlusa.com and click on “Information” and then “Product Recalls” and then “RE-90-wand-service-action” for more information.
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