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Shindaiwa recalls

8 official CPSC notices naming Shindaiwa, 1996–2008, across power tools and clothing & accessories.

Shindaiwa recalls at a glance

recall notices
8
units recalled, at least
211,300
incident reports
59
brands
4

Totals add up the figures the notices state, counting a reannounced recall once; 6 of 8 notices add a unit count. A notice that gives no number adds nothing.

Product types
Hedge trimmers (4), Leaf blowers (3), Chainsaws (1)
Hazards identified
Fire, Burn, Impact, Laceration
Categories
Power Tools, Clothing & Accessories
Latest notice
May 15, 2008
Earliest notice
March 27, 1996

Shindaiwa recall model numbers

Every model number named in a Shindaiwa recall, grouped by notice. Type the number from your product label.

12 model numbers

Shindaiwa hedge trimmer recalls

4 notices where the recalled products are hedge trimmers.

All hedge trimmer recalls
New04-121Power Tools

Gasoline-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers

The muffler's retaining bolts can allow the muffler to come loose from the engine while the hedge trimmer is in operation. A loose muffler can contact and damage the fuel tank, creating a fire hazard.

  • Fire
  • 15,000 units
  • 26 reports

Shindaiwa leaf blower recalls

3 notices where the recalled products are leaf blowers.

All leaf blower recalls
New08-271Clothing & Accessories

Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers

The blower's impeller (fan) can separate from the base and break apart, causing plastic pieces to be blown out of the machine, and pose a laceration and impact hazard to consumers. The flying pieces also can cause property damage and injury to bystanders.

  • Laceration
  • Impact
  • About 23,000 units
  • 13 reports
Models
New07-289Power Tools

Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers

The muffler's outer shell can melt allowing exhaust gas to exit from the bottom or back side of the muffler. The exhaust gas may cause damage to the fuel tank creating a possible fire hazard for the user.

  • Fire
  • About 22,000 units
  • 1 report
Models
New06-146Clothing & Accessories

Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers

The backpack blower's muffler support bracket can break, creating an opening in the muffler body. Hot exhaust gases could then escape from the muffler and melt the fuel tank or ignite grease or debris around the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.

  • Fire
  • About 87,000 units
  • 1 report
Models

Shindaiwa chainsaw recalls

One notice where the recalled product is a chainsaw.

All chainsaw recalls

Shindaiwa recall phone numbers and websites

The recall contact each official notice gives, newest first. Contacts can change after a notice is published; the notice itself is the final word.

Shindaiwa recall questions

How many Shindaiwa recalls are there?

As of October 1, 2026, CPSC has published 8 recall notices naming Shindaiwa consumer products between 1996 and 2008, covering at least 211,300 units.

Has Shindaiwa had a recall in 2026?

No. As of October 1, 2026, CPSC has published no recall notice naming Shindaiwa consumer products in 2026. The most recent was announced May 15, 2008 (CPSC 08-271).

What products has Shindaiwa recalled?

Hedge trimmers (4), leaf blowers (3) and chainsaws (1).

What is the largest Shindaiwa recall?

“CPSC, Shindaiwa Inc. Announce Recall of Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard” (CPSC 06-146), announced April 25, 2006: about 87,000 units.

How do I check if my Shindaiwa product is recalled?

Find the model number on the product's rating label, then type it into the model-number lookup on this page. A match means the number appears in an official CPSC notice; open that notice to confirm any date codes or serial ranges it lists. No match is not proof that a product is safe.

How do I contact Shindaiwa about a recall?

Each notice names its own recall contact; the contacts for every Shindaiwa notice are listed on this page. For the most recent one, Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers (CPSC 08-271), call (800) 521-7733 and go to www.shindaiwa.com.