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InjuryJune 14, 2016CPSC #16195

STIHL Recalls Battery-Powered Hedge Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard

Product
Batteries
Units affected
8,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves STIHL model HSA 65 battery-powered hedge trimmers. "STIHL" and "HSA 65" are printed on the side of the battery compartment between the trigger and the loop handle. The hedge trimmer is gray and orange, with a loop handle, removable battery and a 20-inch hedge trimming blade.

Hazard

The hedge trimmer can operate faster than expected, continue running after the trigger is released or operate by depressing either the trigger or the front handle switch individually, posing a laceration hazard.

Injuries

STIHL Inc. has received seven reports of the trigger or front handle switch not operating properly. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

Austria

Where it was sold

  • Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from June 2010 through April 2016 for about $300.

Photos

STIHL HSA 65 battery-powered hedge trimmer
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