Recalls / 2019-09-05

STIHL PolyCut Mowing Heads Recalled Due to Injury Hazard

19201 · Recalled 2019-09-05 · CPSC page

Recalled STIHL PolyCut 27-3 in packaging

Description

This recall involves mowing head cutting attachments compatible with some models of STIHL-brand trimmers, brushcutters, and clearing saws. The mowing heads can be identified by the name "STIHL" and model number "27-3" or "47-3" located on the original packaging and molded on the top side of the mowing head. The mowing heads have three orange plastic blades, each attached with a bolt and a nut, a black top housing, and a white bottom housing.

Hazards

The bolts connecting the plastic blades and holding the mowing head together can come loose and the mowing head can come apart, posing a risk of injury to the user or bystanders.

Reported injuries

STIHL Inc. has received 28 reports of loose bolts or mowing heads coming apart, including two reports of injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled mowing heads immediately and take them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
STIHL PolyCut ™ Mowing Heads		About 73,000

Parties

Manufacturer: STIHL Incorporated
Made in: United States
Sold at: Authorized full line STIHL servicing dealers nationwide, about $40 for the 47-3 model.

Consumer contact

STIHL Inc. at 800-610-6677 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail stihlrecall@stihl.us or online at www.stihlusa.com and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.

More images

Recalled STIHL PolyCut 27-3, top of mowing head, showing location of model number and a photo of the bottom of the mowing head.

Recalled STIHL PolyCut 47-3 in packaging

Source: CPSC recall 19201. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.