Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 73,000 units
Recall No. 19-201 Published September 5, 2019

STIHL PolyCut ™ Mowing Heads

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. Manufactured by STIHL Incorporated and sold at Authorized full line STIHL servicing dealers nationwide from July 2018 – July 2019 for about $30.

Recalled STIHL PolyCut 27-3 in packaging
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Recalled STIHL PolyCut 27-3 in packaging

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

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.

28
Incident reports to the firm
1
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

STIHL Inc. has received 28 reports of loose bolts or mowing heads coming apart, including two reports of injuries.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled mowing heads immediately and take them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a full refund.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerSTIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Va.
UnitsAbout 73,000
Made inUnited States
Sold atAuthorized full line STIHL servicing dealers nationwide
Sales periodJuly 2018 – July 2019
PriceAbout $30

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-610-6677
8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
Email
Recall page
www.stihlusa.com

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