Published by If you or someone you know used a recalled Stihl BR 800 backpack blower and suffered injury from flying debris or broken fan components, you may have grounds to pursue a claim.
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What’s the Problem?
On November 6, 2025, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall of approximately 47,800 units of the Stihl BR 800 Backpack Blower (models X Magnum and C-E Magnum) due to a laceration hazard when the fan wheel can break apart during use. [1]
The serial numbers included in the recall range from 546515117 to 547916107, and the blowers were sold between May 2025 and September 2025 through authorized Stihl dealers nationwide. [2]
Although no injuries have been officially reported at the time of the recall notice, independent media coverage warns of the serious potential for injury to both operators and bystanders. [3]
Latest Updates
- November 6, 2025 – CPSC publishes recall for Stihl BR 800 backpack blowers citing broken fan wheel can eject fragments, posing laceration risk. [1]
- November 7, 2025 – Coverage by Tri-State Alert underscores urgent risk to operators and identifies estimated sales price \$600-\$700 for affected units. [3]
- November 8, 2025 – The United Kingdom’s product safety authority issues its own alert referencing the identical BR 800 models, signaling international concern. [4]
Product & Usage Overview
The recalled product is the Stihl BR 800 backpack style leaf blower — powerful professional equipment styled in grey and orange, and marked “BR 800 X Magnum” or “BR 800 C-E Magnum” on the casing. [2]
Identifying feature: serial numbers from 546515117 to 547916107 located on a label on the blower tube. Only those units are included in the repair recall. [1]
Sold through authorized Stihl dealers in the U.S. between approximately May and September 2025 at an approximate price of \$600 to \$700. [3]
Because these blowers are used in commercial settings or yard operations, the potential exposure not only affects homeowners but also landscaping professionals and operators working near others.
Injuries & Side Effects
- Laceration hazard – The fan wheel can break apart and eject fragments at high speed, injuring the user or a bystander.
- Potential for severe harm – Though no injuries have been officially confirmed, media reports and international alerts warn that flying debris can cause deep cuts, eye injuries, or amputation risks. [3]
- Professional liability – Landscapers and contractors using these blowers face heightened risk of industry downtime, exposure to third-party claims and higher severity of injury when utilized in business operations.
Do You Qualify for a Stihl Yard Blower Recall Lawsuit?
You may have grounds to discuss your situation if you meet the below criteria:
- You purchased or operated a Stihl BR 800 backpack blower bearing a serial number between 546515117 and 547916107 during the recall period. [1]
- You experienced an injury caused by the equipment, or were exposed to a situation in which component ejection occurred or could have occurred, with documentation.
- You retain purchase evidence (receipt, order record), serial/model number and ideally photos of the unit or label.
- You are within your jurisdiction’s statute of limitations (typically one to three years from injury or discovery). Early review enhances evidence preservation.
Evidence You Should Gather
- Sales receipt, invoice or transaction history showing purchase date and model.
- Photographs of the blower showing model name, serial number and recall-identifier range.
- Medical or incident records documenting injury or hazard exposure.
- Communication from Stihl or dealer regarding the recall repair or inspection.
Damages You Can Recover
- Medical expenses – costs of treatment, emergency care, rehabilitation or surgery after injury.
- Lost income – if the injury caused inability to work, time away from business or reduced future earning capacity.
- Pain and suffering – physical trauma, emotional distress, long-term impairment or residual disability.
- Equipment cost – value of the blower purchased and related expenses (repair downtime, replacement, business interruption for professionals).
Legal Theories & Liability Grounds
- Strict product liability – The blower was shipped with a defective fan wheel prone to catastrophic failure, rendering it unreasonably dangerous when used as intended.
- Negligence – Stihl and associated manufacturers may have failed to properly test or inspect components subject to high rotational stresses.
- Failure to warn – Users were not adequately informed of the risk of blade fragmentation or the requirement for inspection/replacement.
- Breach of warranty – The blower was marketed as safe for professional yard and landscaping use yet embodied a latent hazard that contradicted reasonable expectations of safety.
Statute of Limitations & Timing
Time constraints for pursuing a product-liability claim vary by state, but most require filing within one to three years after the injury date or discovery of the defect. Because the recall began in November 2025, beginning a review soon helps safeguard evidence—such as the original blower—and strengthens your potential claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is there a class action? To date, no publicly filed class-action lawsuit specific to the Stihl BR 800 blower has been confirmed; individuals may still pursue separate claims.
- What should I do if I own a recalled blower? Immediately stop using the unit and contact an authorized Stihl servicing dealer for the free inspection and replacement of the defective fan wheel as detailed in the recall notice. [2]
- Does an injury need to have occurred to pursue compensation? Damages claims usually require actual injury, but near-miss events can still warrant a review and may trigger evidence preservation obligations.
Why You Should Act Now
The Stihl BR 800 blower recall underscores a serious safety defect in a widely distributed commercial-grade outdoor tool. For homeowners, landscapers or contractors exposed to the recalled equipment, obtaining legal review promptly can protect your rights, ensure the blower is removed from hazardous use and preserve critical evidence while the recall is recent.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/STIHL-Recalls-BR-800-Backpack-Blowers-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard
- https://www.stihlusa.com/safety/recalls/br800/
- https://tristatealert.com/regulators-recall-popular-stihl-leaf-blower-due-to-laceration-risks/
- https://www.gov.uk/product-safety-alerts-reports-recalls/product-recall-stihl-br-800-backpack-blower-2511-0019