STIHL is recalling approximately 185,000 BF-KM Mini-Cultivator attachments because the gearbox may have been installed upside down by dealers. This defect causes the digging tines to rotate backwards toward the operator instead of away from them. The recall follows 12 reported incidents, including six reports of consumers suffering laceration injuries. These black and silver attachments were sold at authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from January 2005 through August 2020 for about $190.
If the gearbox is installed upside down, the sharp metal tines rotate toward the user's feet and legs during operation. This creates an immediate risk of severe cuts and lacerations to the operator.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mini-cultivator attachment and take it to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for a free inspection and free proper assembly.
Recalled mini-cultivator (the gearbox is mounted incorrectly and upside down). The axle is above the drive tube when the locating lug for coupling to the powerhead is facing up.
Recalled mini-cultivator attachment. Close-up of gearbox mounted upside down so that the axle is above the drive tube.
Proper assembly of mini-cultivator attachment with the gearbox mounted so that the axle is below the drive tube when the locating lug for the coupling to the powerhead at the other end is facing up.
Properly assembled mini-cultivator attachment with the gearbox mounted so that the axle is below the drive tube.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response