STIHL MSA 300 Chain Saws Recall

Laceration Hazard.

CPSC recall #23282 · announced Sep 14, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026

Hazard

The chain saw can take longer to brake than expected, posing a laceration hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled STIHL MSA 300 chain saw and bring it to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for the free replacement of the brake drum and brake band.

Units

About 2,800

STIHL Recalls MSA 300 Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

How to identify the recalled product

Product	STIHL MSA 300 chain saws
Units recalled	About 2,800

The recall

This recall involves the braking system of the STIHL MSA 300, a battery-powered chain saw. The chain saw is gray and orange. "STIHL" and "MSA 300" are displayed on the side of the chain saw. The recalled chain saw's serial number is located on a label on the rear hand guard. Serial numbers lower than 447457319 are included in the recall.

Reported incidents

None reported

What consumers should do now

Stop using the recalled product immediately. Contact the company for the announced remedy. Do not resell or donate recalled products — it is illegal under federal law.

STIHL Incorporated at 800-233-4729 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.stihlusa.com/safety/recalls/msa300 or www.stihlusa.com and click on "Information" and then "Recalls & Notices" and then "MSA 300 Recall" for more information.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official notice title: “STIHL Recalls MSA 300 Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard”. Read the official CPSC notice