Reported Nov 6, 2025
STIHL Recalls BR 800 Backpack Blowers Due to Laceration Hazard
STIHL Incorporated of Virginia Beach, Virginia
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
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.
Firm 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.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- STIHL BR 800 Backpack Blower
- Amount recalled
- About 47,800
Where it was sold
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..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The fan wheel inside the backpack blower can break apart, posing a laceration hazard.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: None reported
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