STIHL PolyCut ™ Mowing Heads
Description: 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. [Learn More]
About 73,000 units were affected by this recall.
STIHL PolyCut Mowing Heads Recalled Due to Injury Hazard
Recalled STIHL PolyCut 27-3 in packaging. Recalled STIHL PolyCut 27-3, top of mowing head, showing location of model number and a photo of the bottom of the mowing head.
STIHL PolyCut ™ Mowing Heads Recall Information
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Recall Date | 09/05/2019 |
| Recall ID | 8661 |
| Recall Number | 19201 |
| Hazard | 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. |
| Injuries | STIHL Inc. has received 28 reports of loose bolts or mowing heads coming apart, including two reports of injuries. |
| Remedy | Consumers should stop using the recalled mowing heads immediately and take them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a full refund. |
| Remedy Option | Refund |
| Contact | STIHL Inc. at 800-610-6677 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail [email protected] or online at www.stihlusa.com and click on “Product Recalls” for more information. |
| Last Updated | 09/05/2019 |
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