STIHL · Recalled
STIHL Recalls MSA 300 Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
The chain saw can take longer to brake than expected, posing a laceration hazard.
- Units
- About 2,800
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $800
- Remedy
- Repair
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Affected
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.
The file
- Sold at
- Authorized STIHL independent dealers nationwide from October 2022 through July 2023 for about $800.
- Product type
- Not stated
- Made in
- Austria
- Recalled by
- STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Virginia
Incident log
None reported
What the notice says to do
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.
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.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
