STIHL Recalls Battery-Powered Hedge Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard

STIHL battery-powered hedge trimmers

Date of Recall

2016-06-14

CPSC Release Number

16-195

Manufactured In

Austria

Units

About 8,000 (in addition, about 1,000 were sold in Canada)

Manufacturer

VIKING GmbH, of Austria

Importer

STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.

Sold By

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

Problem/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/Incidents

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

Description

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. 

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trimmer and return it to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free replacement battery-powered hedge trimmer. 

Consumer Contact

STIHL Inc. at 800-610-6677 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email [email protected] or online at www.stihlusa.com and click on Information and then Product Recalls for more information.

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