STIHL BR 800 Backpack Blower Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 22, 2026

Recall Information Record – Reclia Database

1. Recall Summary
On November 6, 2025, STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Virginia, initiated a recall of approximately 47,800 units of the STIHL BR 800 Magnum backpack blower. The recall was published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) under Recall Number 26072. The recall involves the fan wheel of the STIHL BR 800 Magnum, models X and C-E, which are combustion-engine-powered backpack blowers. The recalled units were sold at authorized STIHL independent dealers nationwide from May 2025 through September 2025. The approximate retail price was $600 for the STIHL BR 800 X Magnum model and $700 for the STIHL BR 800 C-E Magnum model. The manufacturer is STIHL Incorporated, of Virginia Beach, Virginia. The product was manufactured in the United States.

2. Affected Products
The recalled product is the STIHL BR 800 Magnum backpack blower, available in two models: X and C-E. The backpack blower is gray and orange in color. The words “STIHL,” “BR 800,” and “X” or “C-E” are printed on the rear of the blower. The serial number is located on a label on the blower tube. Only backpack blowers with serial numbers ranging from 546515117 to 547916107 are included in the recall. The number of affected units is approximately 47,800. The product was sold at authorized STIHL independent dealers nationwide from May 2025 through September 2025. No specific model numbers, UPCs, or additional product identifiers were provided in the recall notice beyond the serial number range and model designations.

3. Hazard Information
The hazard identified in the recall notice is that the fan wheel inside the backpack blower can break apart, posing a laceration hazard to the user or bystanders. As of the date of the recall notice, no injuries have been reported in connection with this hazard. The recall notice does not specify any incidents, property damage, or other adverse events beyond the potential laceration hazard. No other hazards, such as fire, electrical shock, or chemical exposure, are mentioned in the source data.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers are instructed to immediately stop using the recalled STIHL BR 800 backpack blower. The recall notice directs consumers to bring the recalled blower to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the fan wheel. No other consumer actions, such as returning the product to the retailer, mailing the product, or disassembling the unit, are specified in the recall notice. The recall notice does not provide instructions for consumers who are unable to locate an authorized dealer or who have questions about the inspection process beyond the contact information listed.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy offered by STIHL is a free inspection and replacement of the fan wheel. This remedy is classified as a repair. No refund, replacement with a different model, or store credit is offered. The recall notice does not specify a timeline for the repair, nor does it indicate whether the repair will be performed on-site or if the blower must be left with the dealer. The remedy is provided at no cost to the consumer. No alternative remedy options, such as a partial refund or a discount on a future purchase, are mentioned in the source data.

6. Contact Information
Consumers may contact STIHL Inc. toll-free at 800-233-4729 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers may also visit the STIHL website at www.stihlusa.com/safety/recalls/br800 or www.stihlusa.com, click on “Recalls & Notices” found under the Information column, and then click on “BR 800 Recall” for more information. No additional contact methods, such as email, postal mail, or social media, are provided in the recall notice. The recall notice does not list a specific contact person or department within STIHL.

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