CPSC recall 17095
STIHL gas-powered chain saws
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2017-02-23
On 2017-02-23 the CPSC announced a recall of STIHL gas-powered chain saws by Andreas Stihl Ag And Kg, citing the fuel line can leak, posing fire and burn hazards.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 17095 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2017-02-23 |
| Published | 2017-02-23 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Andreas Stihl Ag And Kg |
| Distribution | US |
Product
STIHL gas-powered chain saws | This recall involves STIHL MS 461 gas-powered chain saws, and the MS 461 R chain saw with a wrap handle. The model number is on the model plate, located on the starter cover. The chain saws are gray and orange with "STIHL" on the engine cover. Recalled chain saws have a serial number between 173092800 and 181993952, under the front hand guard on the engine housing's sprocket side.
Reason
The fuel line can leak, posing fire and burn hazards.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/STIHL-Recalls-Chain-Saws
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