CPSC recall 05-188, announced June 8, 2005, covers Shindaiwa Gas-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers (about 25,000 units). The heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, cause a fuel leak and create a fire hazard. The notice cites 10 incident reports. Consumers should stop using these hedge trimmers immediately and contact an authorized Shindaiwa dealer to have a new fuel tank and heat shield assembly installed free of charge. Recall contact: call (800) 521-7733, or go to www.shindaiwa.com.
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 products have red engine covers, a red fuel cap and a label on the recoil starter that reads "Professional Shindaiwa." The recall includes all single- and double-sided gas-powered professional hedge trimmer models DH231 and HT231 with serial numbers 1010000 through 5050000.
Which products are included?
Shindaiwa Gas-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers are available in both 30-inch and 40-inch sizes. The products have red engine covers, a red fuel cap and a label on the recoil starter that reads "Professional Shindaiwa." The recall includes all single- and double-sided gas-powered professional hedge trimmer models DH231 and HT231 with serial numbers 1010000 through 5050000. The serial number is printed on the engine cover.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, cause a fuel leak and create a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Shindaiwa has received 10 reports of fuel tanks leaking. Two small fires were reported, resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these hedge trimmers immediately and contact an authorized Shindaiwa dealer to have a new fuel tank and heat shield assembly installed free of charge.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Shindaiwa Gas-Powered Professional
- Product type
- Hedge trimmers
- Recall number
- 05-188
- Units
- About 25,000
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Shindaiwa dealers nationwide, from January 2001 through April 2005, for between $389 and $449.
- Importer
- Shindaiwa Inc., of Tualatin, Ore.
Shindaiwa Gas-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers
CPSC product type: Hedge Trimmers
Recall contact information
Call Shindaiwa toll-free at (800) 521-7733 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit Shindaiwa's Web site at www.shindaiwa.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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