Risk
Risk of injury due to malfunction. In rare instances the trimmers may start operating when only one switch is pressed, or continue to operate when the switches are released.
Models affected
HSA 65
HSA 85
Details
STIHL HSA 65 and HSA 85 cordless lithium-ion battery powered hedge trimmers - see images.
What to do next
If you have an affected hedge trimmer, stop using it immediately and contact your STIHL dealer.
STIHL will exchange any affected product for the successor product for free.
Contact STIHL for any questions:
Postal Address: STIHL House
Stanhope Road
Camberley
Surrey
GU15 3YT
UK
Telephone Number: 01276 20202
Fax Number: 01276 670510
E-mail: custservices@stihl.co.uk
Electrical Safety First recommends that anyone who discovers they have an electrical item that has been recalled should stop using it until it has been checked by the manufacturer.