CPSC recall 04-121, announced April 15, 2004, covers Gasoline-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers (15,000 units). The muffler's retaining bolts can allow the muffler to come loose from the engine while the hedge trimmer is in operation. The notice cites 26 incident reports. Stop using these hedge trimmers and return them to an authorized Shindaiwa dealer to have the muffler bolts replaced, free of charge. Recall contact: call (800) 521-7733.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The 30-inch and 40-inch hedge trimmers have red engine covers, a red fuel cap and a label on the recoil starter that reads "Professional Shindaiwa." The recall includes all double-sided professional hedge trimmer models DH 231 and HT 231 with serial numbers up to 110000.
Which products are included?
The 30-inch and 40-inch hedge trimmers have red engine covers, a red fuel cap and a label on the recoil starter that reads "Professional Shindaiwa." The recall includes all double-sided professional hedge trimmer models DH 231 and HT 231 with serial numbers up to 110000. The serial numbers are printed on a nameplate on the engine cover.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
Shindaiwa has received 26 reports of mufflers coming loose and damaging the fuel tank, and one report of a fire that resulted in the operator suffering minor burns.
Official remedy
Stop using these hedge trimmers and return them to an authorized Shindaiwa dealer to have the muffler bolts replaced, free of charge.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Gasoline-Powered Professional
- Manufacturer
- Shindaiwa Inc., of Tualatin, Ore.
- Product type
- Hedge trimmers
- Recall number
- 04-121
- Units
- 15,000
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Shindaiwa dealers nationwide, from January 2001 through November 2003, for between $369 and $450.
Gasoline-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers
CPSC product type: Hedge Trimmers
Recall contact information
Shindaiwa toll-free at (800) 521-7733 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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