Recalls / 2015-11-12
STIHL Recalls Edgers, Trimmer/Brushcutters, Pole Pruners and KombiMotors Due to Fire Hazard
16031 · Recalled 2015-11-12 · CPSC page

Description
This recall involves STIHL edgers with model number FC 56 C, trimmer/brushcutters with model numbers FS 40 C, FS 50 C, FS 56 C and FS 56 RC, pole pruners with model number HT 56 C and KombiMotors with model number KM 56 RC. The model number is located on the starter cover at the rear of the engine. The engine size is about 28 cc. The products are gray and orange with "STIHL" on the engine cover. The serial number range for all of the recalled units is 501830112 through 504083576. The serial number is located on the label on the bottom of the engine.
Hazards
Reported injuries
Remedy
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| STIHL gas-powered edgers, trimmer/brushcutters, pole pruners and KombiMotors | About 140,000 (in addition, about 16,000 were sold in Canada) |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- STIHL Inc.
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide, $400.
Consumer contact
STIHL Inc. at 800-610-6677 between 8 a.m. and 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.
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Source: CPSC recall 16031. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.