CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The hedge trimmer can operate faster than expected, continue running after the trigger is released or operate by depressing either the trigger or the front handle switch individually, posing a laceration hazard.
In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/58742r-eng.php
In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/58742r-eng.php
STIHL Recalls Battery-Powered Hedge Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard
This recall involves STIHL model HSA 65 battery-powered hedge trimmers. "STIHL" and "HSA 65" are printed on the side of the battery compartment between the trigger and the loop handle. The hedge trimmer is gray and orange, with a loop handle, removable battery and a 20-inch hedge trimming blade.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trimmer and return it to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free replacement battery-powered hedge trimmer.
Contact Information
STIHL Inc. at 800-610-6677 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email stihlrecall@stihl.us or online at www.stihlusa.com and click on Information and then Product Recalls for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from June 2010 through April 2016 for about $300.
Injuries
STIHL Inc. has received seven reports of the trigger or front handle switch not operating properly. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
VIKING GmbH, of Austria
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
16195
Product Information
Product Name
STIHL battery-powered hedge trimmers
Product Type
Power Hedge Trimmers
Number of Units
About 8,000 (in addition, about 1,000 were sold in Canada)
Manufacturer Name
VIKING GmbH, of Austria
Imported By
STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Manufactured In
Austria