STIHL has issued a recall for its BR 800 C-E Z Magnum high-powered petrol backpack blower due to a fan wheel failure that could eject fragments and cause injuries to operators or bystanders.

The recall covers two material numbers manufactured in the United States:

  • Material Number 4283-011-1602: Serial range 546297056 to 547916107
  • Material Number 4283-011-1605: Serial range 840424772 to 840603164

Units were available for sale from September 1 to October 10, 2025.

The fan wheel in affected units may fail and break apart, resulting in fragments being ejected from the blower.

This poses a risk of lacerations or cuts to operators or bystanders if they are hit by ejected fragments.

STIHL is instructing consumers to:

  • Stop using affected blowers immediately
  • Return affected units to an authorised STIHL workshop for free inspection and repair

The BR 800 C-E Z Magnum is a high-powered backpack blower designed for professional landscaping and property maintenance applications.

Consumers can locate their nearest authorised STIHL workshop through the company’s website or by contacting STIHL customer service.

All inspections and repairs related to this recall are provided at no cost.

STIHL has not reported any injuries associated with the defect but issued the recall as a precautionary measure to prevent potential harm.