CPSC, STIHL Inc. Announce Recall of Backpack Blowers
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2001-03-20 · 01109a
Hazards
The fuel hose on the carburetor can be dislodged, and leak fuel, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Recall
Number
01109a
Date
2001-03-20
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Backpack Blowers
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Retailer(s)
The backpack blowers were sold through STIHL dealers in California, between November 2000 and January 2001.
Description
The recalled blowers have a model number of BR 420C and a serial number in the following ranges: 47988257 through 47989256 and 49014561 through 49015560. The name, "STIHL," and the model number, BR 420C, appear on the starter. The serial number is printed right above the starter.