Description
Overview:
The Rewind Starter (ErgoStart) is a genuine Stihl replacement assembly for restoring reliable pull-start operation on compatible brushcutters and related tools. Built with a tough polymer housing, a hardened steel rewind spring and a braided starter cord with T‐handle, it is designed to withstand regular use in garden and site conditions. The integrated ErgoStart assist spring reduces the pulling force needed to start the engine, helping minimise strain and improving consistency. This unit is engineered for a precise fit on machines in the 4144 series, including the Stihl FS 40 C and FS 50 C, and replaces OEM reference 4144 190 4013. It is suitable for both professional and domestic users who need dependable, repeatable starting performance from their Stihl equipment.
Key Features:
- Genuine Stihl part for assured compatibility and build quality
- ErgoStart assist spring reduces pull effort for easier starting
- Durable polymer housing with steel rewind spring for longevity
- Preassembled starter unit for straightforward swap-over
- Accurate fit on 4144-series machines to maintain safety and performance
- Helps cure common issues such as broken cords, weak rewind or cracked housings
- Retains original starting feel and timing versus non-genuine alternatives
- Suitable for regular professional use in landscaping and grounds maintenance
- Direct replacement for OEM No. 4144 190 4013 (see alternates below)
Typical Applications:
Used to replace worn, damaged or failed starter units on Stihl handheld machines so the engine can be started quickly and consistently. Common when cords snap, springs lose tension, or the housing is damaged. Ideal for routine maintenance on tools that see frequent starts, such as brushcutters and Kombi-engines used by gardeners, contractors, estates, and hire fleets.
Also known as:
Pull start, rope start mechanism, cord start assembly, starter housing assembly, recoil unit, starter mechanism, rewind assembly, starter pull cord unit.
Fits Models:
FC 56, FC 56 C, FS 36, FS 40, FS 40 C, FS 44, FS 50, FS 50 C, FS 56, FS 56 C, FS 56 R, FS 56 RC, HT 56 C, KM 56 C, KM 56 RC
Alternate Part Numbers:
4144-190-4013, 4144 190 4011, 41441904011, 41441904013
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 4144 190 4013 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Stihl |
| OEM No. | 41441904013 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Applications | FC 56, FC 56 C, FC56, FC56C, FS 36, FS 40, FS 40 C, FS 44, FS 50, FS 50 C, FS 56, FS 56 C, FS 56 R, FS 56 RC, FS36, FS40, FS40C, FS44, FS50, FS50C, FS56, FS56C, FS56R, FS56RC, HT 56 C, HT56C, KM 56 C, KM 56 RC, KM56C, KM56RC |
| Machine Type | Brushcutters |
| Fits Brands | Stihl |
| Fits Models | FS36, FS40, FS44 | FS40, FS50 | FS56, FS56C, FS56R | KM56C, KM56RC | FC 56 |


