CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 11711
STIHL FS 310 Bike Handle Trimmer/Brushcutter
Published July 6, 2016 · Recall initiated: December 16, 2010
What's the hazard
Vibration from the ignition module may cause the trimmer head to loosen and detach from the mounting, posing an injury hazard.
What to do
STIHL informed purchasers for whom they had addresses directly by letter after April 15, 2010. Consumers should stop using this trimmer/brushcutter immediately and take it to an authorized STIHL dealer for a new ignition module, which will be installed at no cost to the consumer.
Recall details
- Brand
- STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Va.
- Manufacturer
- STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Va.
- Distributor
- Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from June 2009 to April 2010 for about $550.
- Country
- US