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STIHL MS 361C chain saws (C-Q version)

Class III - Low Risk
🏠 Consumer Products Recalled: December 23, 2010 STIHL Incorporated of Virginia Beach, Va. Other Consumer Products Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    (About 5,000)
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

Recall Details

Company:
STIHL Incorporated of Virginia Beach, Va.
Reason for Recall:
The throttle trigger may stick after it has been released by the operator, which could cause the engine to continue to run at a speed that drives the saw chain. This can pose a risk of a laceration injury to the user or a bystander.
Classification:
Class III - Low Risk

Products that are unlikely to cause any adverse health reaction, but violate FDA regulations.

Status:
ongoing
Hazard:
The throttle trigger may stick after it has been released by the operator, which could cause the engine to continue to run at a speed that drives the saw chain. This can pose a risk of a laceration injury to the user or a bystander.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using these chain saws immediately and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free repair.

Product Images

STIHL MS 361C chain saws (C-Q version)STIHL MS 361C chain saws (C-Q version)

Product Information

Full Description:

The recalled chain saws have a rear-handle activated chain brake (C-Q version) and have an orange top casing, gray base, black handle and "STIHL MS 361C" printed in an orange circle on the side of the unit.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

(About 5,000)

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:

View on CPSC.gov

CPSC Recall Number: 11080

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