STIHL PolyCut ™ Mowing Heads
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
STIHL PolyCut mowing heads designed for use with certain STIHL trimmers, brushcutters, and clearing saws are being recalled because the bolts that connect the plastic blades and hold the mowing head together can loosen and cause the mowing head to come apart, which poses an injury risk to users and bystanders. The recalled mowing heads can be identified by model number 27-3 or 47-3 and feature three orange plastic blades, a black top housing, and a white bottom housing.
According to the recall, consumers should stop using the affected mowing heads immediately and take them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a full refund.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The bolts connecting the plastic blades and holding the mowing head together can come loose and the mowing head can come apart, posing a risk of injury to the user or bystanders.
Consumers should stop using the recalled mowing heads immediately and take them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a full refund.
This recall involves mowing head cutting attachments compatible with some models of STIHL-brand trimmers, brushcutters, and clearing saws. The mowing heads can be identified by the name "STIHL" and model number "27-3" or "47-3" located on the original packaging and molded on the top side of the mowing head. The mowing heads have three orange plastic blades, each attached with a bolt and a nut, a black top housing, and a white bottom housing.
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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