Moderate Recalled September 14, 2023 About 2,800 units

STIHL Recalls MSA 300 Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

Laceration

The hazard

The chain saw can take longer to brake than expected, posing a laceration hazard.

Incidents reported: None reported

What to do now

Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled STIHL MSA 300 chain saw and bring it to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for the free replacement of the brake drum and brake band.

Contact: STIHL Incorporated at 800-233-4729 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.stihlusa.com/safety/recalls/msa300 or www.stihlusa.com and click on "Information" and then "Recalls & Notices" and then "MSA 300 Recall" for more information.

About this recall

This recall involves the braking system of the STIHL MSA 300, a battery-powered chain saw. The chain saw is gray and orange. "STIHL" and "MSA 300" are displayed on the side of the chain saw. The recalled chain saw's serial number is located on a label on the rear hand guard. Serial numbers lower than 447457319 are included in the recall.

Product photos

Recalled MSA 300 Chain Saw
Recalled MSA 300 Chain Saw
Location of serial number label on MSA 300 chain saw
Location of serial number label on MSA 300 chain saw

Photos: U.S. CPSC