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Recalls / 2023-09-14

STIHL Recalls MSA 300 Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

23282 · Recalled 2023-09-14 · CPSC page

Recalled MSA 300 Chain Saw
Recalled MSA 300 Chain Saw

Description

This recall involves the braking system of the STIHL MSA 300, a battery-powered chain saw. The chain saw is gray and orange. "STIHL" and "MSA 300" are displayed on the side of the chain saw. The recalled chain saw's serial number is located on a label on the rear hand guard. Serial numbers lower than 447457319 are included in the recall.

Hazards

The chain saw can take longer to brake than expected, posing a laceration hazard.

Reported injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled STIHL MSA 300 chain saw and bring it to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for the free replacement of the brake drum and brake band.

Products

NameModelUnits
STIHL MSA 300 chain sawsAbout 2,800

Parties

Importer
STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Virginia
Made in
Austria
Sold at
Authorized STIHL independent dealers nationwide

Consumer contact

STIHL Incorporated at 800-233-4729 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.stihlusa.com/safety/recalls/msa300 or www.stihlusa.com and click on "Information" and then "Recalls & Notices" and then "MSA 300 Recall" for more information.

More images

Location of serial number label on MSA 300 chain saw
Location of serial number label on MSA 300 chain saw

Source: CPSC recall 23282. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.