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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 23, 2020Worth checking
STIHL Pressure Washers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The pressure washer nozzle can disconnect from the spray wand when under pressure during use, posing an injury hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washers and contact STIHL or an authorized STIHL servicing dealer to receive a free replacement spray wand.
Who to contact: STIHL toll-free at 844-978-1291 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.stihlusa.com and click on “Information” and then “Product Recalls” and then “RE-90-wand-service-action” for more information.
The product
This recall involves the spray wand supplied with STIHL RE 90 Pressure Washers. The pressure washer is gray and orange with "STIHL RE 90" printed on the front. The recalled spray wand measures 15 inches long and attaches to the spray gun. Interchangeable nozzles connect to the spray wand.
Details
- Units affected
- About 16,400
- Recall date
- January 23, 2020
- Brand
- STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- STIHL has received seven reports of the nozzle detaching from the spray wand during use. No injuries have been reported.
Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from May 2019 through October 2019 for about $180.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “STIHL Recalls Pressure Washers Due to Injury Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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