Recalls / 2016-06-14
STIHL Recalls Battery-Powered Hedge Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard
16195 · Recalled 2016-06-14 · CPSC page
Description
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.
Hazards
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.
Reported injuries
STIHL Inc. has received seven reports of the trigger or front handle switch not operating properly. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trimmer and return it to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free replacement battery-powered hedge trimmer.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| STIHL battery-powered hedge trimmers | About 8,000 (in addition, about 1,000 were sold in Canada) |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- VIKING GmbH
- Importer
- STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
- Made in
- Austria
- Sold at
- Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide
Consumer contact
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.
Source: CPSC recall 16195. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.