STIHL RE 90 Pressure Washers Recalled for Nozzle Detachment Hazard
STIHL is recalling RE 90 pressure washers because the nozzle can detach from the spray wand under pressure, posing an injury risk.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the nozzle can detach under pressure, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, fitting the High severity criteria for unreported injury hazards.
Plain-English summary
STIHL Inc. is recalling approximately 16,400 STIHL RE 90 Pressure Washers sold in the United States. The recall involves the spray wand supplied with the pressure washers, which are gray and orange with "STIHL RE 90" printed on the front. The recalled spray wand measures 15 inches long and attaches to the spray gun, where interchangeable nozzles connect.
The pressure washer nozzle can disconnect from the spray wand when under pressure during use, posing an injury hazard. STIHL has received seven reports of the nozzle detaching from the spray wand during use, but no injuries have been reported.
The recalled pressure washers were sold at authorized STIHL dealers nationwide from May 2019 through October 2019 for about $180. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washers and contact STIHL or an authorized STIHL servicing dealer to receive a free replacement spray wand. STIHL can be reached toll-free at 844-978-1291 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.stihlusa.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- STIHL RE 90 Pressure Washers
- Manufacturer
- STIHL Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
- Category
- Consumer Product — Power Tools
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 16,400
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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