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Restraint / CrashSeptember 14, 2023CPSC #23282

STIHL Recalls MSA 300 Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

Brand
Product
Lawn & Garden
Units affected
2,800
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

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.

Hazard

The chain saw can take longer to brake than expected, posing a laceration hazard.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

Austria

Where it was sold

  • Authorized STIHL independent dealers nationwide from October 2022 through July 2023 for about $800.

Photos

Recalled MSA 300 Chain SawLocation of serial number label on MSA 300 chain saw
View official CPSC recall

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