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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free repair · About 185,000 units
Recall No. 20-193 Published September 30, 2020

STIHL BF-KM Mini-Cultivator attachments

The gearbox could have mistakenly been installed upside down by the STIHL dealer causing the tines to rotate backwards toward the operator, posing a laceration hazard to the user. Manufactured by STIHL Incorporated and sold at Authorized STIHL servicing dealers nationwide from January 2005 – August 2020 for about $190.

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Recalled mini-cultivator (the gearbox is mounted incorrectly and upside down). The axle is above the drive tube when the locating lug for coupling to the powerhead is facing up.
What you are looking at

Recalled mini-cultivator (the gearbox is mounted incorrectly and upside down). The axle is above the drive tube when the locating lug for coupling to the powerhead is facing up.

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The gearbox could have mistakenly been installed upside down by the STIHL dealer causing the tines to rotate backwards toward the operator, posing a laceration hazard to the user.

12
Incident reports to the firm
0
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

STIHL Inc. has received 12 reports of incidents, including six reports of lacerations to consumers.

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mini-cultivator attachment and take it to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for a free inspection and free proper assembly.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerSTIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, VA
UnitsAbout 185,000
Made inUnited States
Sold atAuthorized STIHL servicing dealers nationwide
Sales periodJanuary 2005 – August 2020
PriceAbout $190

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-233-4729
Email
Recall page
www.stihlusa.com

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