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STIHL Recalls BR 800 Backpack Blowers Due to Laceration Hazard
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #26072
STIHL Recalls BR 800 Backpack Blowers Due to Laceration Hazard
STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Virginia · STIHL BR 800 Backpack Blower
Product Description
This recall involves the fan wheel of the STIHL BR 800 Magnum, models X and C-E, a backpack blower powered by a combustion engine. The backpack blower is gray and orange. "STIHL," "BR 800," and "X" or "C-E" are printed on the rear of the blower. The recalled blower's serial number is located on a label on the blower tube. Only backpack blowers with serial numbers ranging from 546515117 to 547916107 are included in the recall.
Hazard
The fan wheel inside the backpack blower can break apart, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled STIHL BR 800 backpack blower and bring it to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the fan wheel.
Repair
411 Press Analysis
A recall affecting about 47,800 of STIHL BR 800 Backpack Blower was announced on November 6, 2025 by the CPSC. The fan wheel inside the backpack blower can break apart, posing a laceration hazard. STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Virginia initiated this voluntary recall before any injuries were reported. Consumers who purchased this product should schedule a free repair by contacting the manufacturer. The CPSC encourages consumers to register products at the time of purchase to receive direct notification of future recalls.
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