MS 391 Chain Saws
Description: This recall involves STIHL MS 391 gas-powered chain saws with an orange top casing, gray base and black front handle and hand guard. "STIHL" and "MS 391" are printed in an orange circle on the starter side of the unit. The serial number is located on the crankcase to the right of the muffler when viewed from the rear of the saw. Serial numbers included in the recall are: 28535 1759 through 28535 195628664 5278 through 28664 627728665 1283 through 28665 557728724 4317 through 28724 448028735 3627 through 28735 3647 [Learn More]
About 3,000 units were affected by this recall.
STIHL Recalls Chain Saws Due to Risk of Injury
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MS 391 Chain Saws Recall Information
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Recall Date | 02/14/2012 |
| Recall ID | 980 |
| Recall Number | 12108 |
| Product Type | Chain Saws |
| Hazard | The flywheel on the chain saw can crack causing parts of the flywheel to separate and strike users or bystanders, posing a risk of injury. |
| Injuries | None reported. |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for the installation of a free replacement flywheel. |
| Remedy Option | Replace |
| Contact | For additional information, consumers should contact STIHL at (800) 610-6677 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.stihlusa.com. Consumers also can email the firm at [email protected] |
| Last Updated | 04/28/2015 |
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