CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, Stihl Inc. Announce Recall of Backpack Blowers

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 06-008

Date: October 17, 2005

Product Name: BR 500 and BR 550 Backpack Blowers

Recall Description:

These backpack blowers have serial numbers ranging from 264264925 through 264740832 which are located on top of the engine's cylinder on the fin. The spark plug boot can be removed to view the serial number from the exterior of the blower.

Hazard Description:

The fan wheel on these backpack blowers could break, resulting in pieces of plastic flying out of the blower housing. This poses a risk of injury to the user or a bystander.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 6,230

Incidents:

Stihl has received five reports of the fan wheel breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Authorized Stihl dealers nationwide from January 2005 through May 2005 for about $450.

Manufactured In:

U.S.A.