STIHL Recalls Battery-Powered Hedge Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #16195
Recall Date
2016-06-14
Manufacturer
VIKING GmbH, of Austria
Units Affected
About 8,000 (in addition, about 1,000 were sold in Canada)
Products Involved
STIHL battery-powered hedge trimmers
Hazard
The hedge trimmer can operate faster than expected, continue running after the trigger is released or operate by depressing either the trigger or the front handle switch individually, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trimmer and return it to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free replacement battery-powered hedge trimmer.
Reported Injuries
STIHL Inc. has received seven reports of the trigger or front handle switch not operating properly. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from June 2010 through April 2016 for about $300.
Manufactured In
Austria
Full Recall Description
This recall involves STIHL model HSA 65 battery-powered hedge trimmers. "STIHL" and "HSA 65" are printed on the side of the battery compartment between the trigger and the loop handle. The hedge trimmer is gray and orange, with a loop handle, removable battery and a 20-inch hedge trimming blade.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28