Stihl Inc. · Recalled
CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Chain Saws
In some units, the fuel tank vent could be installed incorrectly and become dislodged. If this occurs, fuel could leak and result in a fire.
- Units
- 13,000
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $350–$430
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
Stihl and model number, MS 270C, MS280, or MS280C are printed on the starter housing. The serial number is inscribed into the surface of the housing and can be seen by looking at the surface of the chain saw next to and above the bumper spikes. Saws with serial numbers from 255923345 through 260340097 are included in this recall.
The file
- Sold at
- Stihl dealers nationwide sold the chain saws, from August 2002 through March 2003, for between $350 and $430.
- Product type
- Chain Saws
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- Stihl Inc., Virginia Beach, Va.
Incident log
None reported.
What the notice says to do
Authorized Stihl dealers will replace all fuel tank vents. If you own one of the recalled chain saws, stop using it until the fuel tank vent has been replaced.
Call Stihl at (800) 610-6677 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or go to the company's website at www.stihlusa.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAY 29 2003; last revised JUL 15 2025.