CPSC

STIHL BR 800 Backpack Blower Recalled for Laceration Hazard

Recalled STIHL BR 800 X Magnum Backpack Blower
Recalled STIHL BR 800 X Magnum Backpack Blower
Recalled STIHL BR 800 C-E Magnum Backpack Blower
Recalled STIHL BR 800 C-E Magnum Backpack Blower
Location of Serial Number
Location of Serial Number
Location of Serial Number
Location of Serial Number

Hazard

The fan wheel inside the backpack blower can break apart, posing a laceration hazard.

What You Should Do

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.

Consumer Contact

STIHL Inc. toll-free at 800-233-4729 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.stihlusa.com/safety/recalls/br800 or www.stihlusa.com and click on "Recalls & Notices" found under the Information column and then click on "BR 800 Recall" for more information.

Products

STIHL BR 800 Backpack Blower

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Authorized STIHL independent dealers nationwide from May 2025 through September 2025 for about $600 for the STIHL BR 800 X Magnum model and about $700 for the STIHL BR 800 C-E Magnum model.