Official recall summary. This page is a plain-language summary of a public U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) product recall record. It is not safety or legal advice. Recall details and status can change — always confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice linked below.
| Official CPSC recall # | 01109a |
|---|---|
| Recall date | 2001-03-20 |
| Data last synced | 2026-07-27 |
| Units affected | About 890 |
Recalled product
- Backpack Blowers
The recalled blowers have a model number of BR 420C and a serial number in the following ranges: 47988257 through 47989256 and 49014561 through 49015560. The name, "STIHL," and the model number, BR 420C, appear on the starter. The serial number is printed right above the starter.
Hazard
The fuel hose on the carburetor can be dislodged, and leak fuel, presenting fire and burn hazards.
What to do
Stop using the backpack blower immediately and return it to the STIHL dealer where purchased, for a free repair.
View the official CPSC recall notice →
Data from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), SaferProducts.gov Recall API — public domain (17 U.S.C. §105). Source record: CPSC recall #01109a.
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