Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "STIHL BR 800 Backpack Blowers Spew Fan Parts The fan wheel inside this blower breaks apart and creates serious laceration hazards for users and bystanders. Affected are Magnum models X and C-E with serial numbers between 546515117 and 547916107. About 47,800 of these recalled backpack blowers were sold nationwide at authorized STIHL independent dealers beginning in May 2025. Stop using these recalled backpack blowers immediately and take them to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the fan wheel. For more information, contact STIHL at 1-800-233-4729 or the company’s recall page at stihlusa.com/safety/recalls/br800. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/STIHL-Recalls-BR-800-Backpack-Blowers-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard #stihl #backpackblower #fans #lacerations #recall"

STIHL has issued a recall for the BR 800 backpack blower due to a laceration hazard caused by a faulty fan wheel. If you own a Magnum X or C-E model with a serial number between 546515117 and 547916107, stop using your blower immediately and contact STIHL for a free inspection and replacement. Stay safe and learn more about the recall at stihlusa.com/safety/recalls/br800. Don't wait - take action today to avoid injury. #stihl #backpackblower #recall #lacerationhazard #safetyfirst #outdoorpower