STIHL BF-KM Mini-Cultivator attachments
STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, VA
Product Images
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.
Why is it being recalled? (Hazard)
The gearbox could have mistakenly been installed upside down by the STIHL dealer causing the tines to rotate backwards toward the operator, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
What should I do? (Remedy)
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.
Consumer Contact
STIHL Inc. at 800-233-4729 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail at [email protected] or online at www.stihlusa.com and click on “Information” and then “Product Recalls” and then “BF-KM recall” for more information.
Product Description
The recalled mini-cultivator is one of 15 interchangeable attachments to the STIHL KombiMotor KM model powerheads, which are sold separately. The mini-cultivator is used to break up loose soil. It has four black discs with tines mounted to a gearbox and attached to a metal drive tube with a black deflector. The mini-cultivator attachment should have been assembled by the STIHL dealer and not sold in a box or assembled by the consumer. The recalled mini-cultivator attachments are those with the gearbox installed upside down.
Where was it sold?
Authorized STIHL servicing dealers nationwide from January 2005 through August 2020 for about $190.
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Quick Facts
Recall Number
20193
Impacted Units
About 185,000
Incidents/Injuries
STIHL Inc. has received 12 reports of incidents, including six reports of lacerations to consumers.
Did you buy this?
Stop using the product immediately. Check the "Remedy" section for refund or repair instructions.