STIHL recalls RMA 235.0 cordless lawnmower because blades do not stop promptly
The blades do not stop promptly when the operating control is released, so the operator may not realise they are still moving, which could lead to injuries.
What to do
Stop using the product immediately and return it to a STIHL-approved dealer for a repair or replacement. More information is at https://www.stihl.co.uk/en/news/important-information/recalls/rma-235-recall . You can contact STIHL at enquiries@stihl.co.uk or 01276 20202.
Recall details
- Product
- STIHL RMA 235.0 Cordless Lawnmower
- Company
- Stihl
- Hazard
- The product presents a risk of injuries as the blades do not stop promptly when the operating control is released.
- Identifiers
- PSD notification number: 2511-0136
- Brand: STIHL
- Alert date
- November 27, 2025
- Published on GOV.UK
- November 27, 2025
- Listed on Recalled Today
- November 27, 2025
The headline, summary and steps above are written in plain English from the official notice below. Identifiers are copied exactly as the agency published them. Always check the official notice before you act.
Official notice
The notice's own wording from OPSS.
Product Recall: STIHL RMA 235.0 Cordless Lawnmower (2511-0136)
- Measures taken
- Recall from end users
- Summary
- Product: STIHL RMA 235.0 Cordless Lawnmower Hazard: The product presents a risk of injuries as the blades do not stop promptly when the operating control is released. Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users.
- Product information
- Type: Machinery - Lawn Mowers/Rakers (Powered) Brand: STIHL Other Identifiers: For a full list of identifiers, please see the Annex in the PDF below. Country of Origin: Austria Product Description: Orange and grey lawnmower. Product Report and Image: Link to product image and PDF
- Hazard
- The product presents a risk of injuries as the blades do not stop promptly when the operating control is released. The operator may fail to realise that the blades are still moving, potentially leading to injuries. The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
- Corrective action
- The product has been recalled from end users. Consumers were initially contact about this recall by STIHL in 2023. Owners should stop using the product immediately and return it to a STIHL-approved dealer for a repair or replacement. For further information, please access the STIHL website at: https://www.stihl.co.uk/en/news/important-information/recalls/rma-235-recall . STIHL can be contacted via enquiries@stihl.co.uk or 01276 20202. Additional information PSD notification number: 2511-0136 Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
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