CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
These chain saws can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard. A connection in the ignition grounding system could loosen and create a spark, posing a fire hazard. Also the springs in the clutch assembly could come out of position, allowing a spring of the clutch to be projected from the saw housing, resulting in injury to the user.
CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws
The recalled Stihl-brand chain saws have model number MS 192 T, located on the side of the chain saw's starter housing. They include serial numbers 264371702 through 266087005, which is located on the top/front of the chain saw's housing.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using these chain saws immediately and return them to an authorized Stihl dealer for a free repair.
Contact Information
Call Stihl Inc. 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
Recall Details
Sold At
Authorized Stihl dealers nationwide from January 2005 through July 2005 for about $280.
Injuries
None reported.
Manufacturer
Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Recall Number
06063
Product Information
Product Name
Stihl-brand MS 192 T Chain Saws
Product Type
Chain Saws
Number of Units
About 23,500
Manufacturer Name
Stihl Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Manufactured In
United States