CPSC recall 06-146, announced April 25, 2006, covers Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers (about 87,000 units). The backpack blower's muffler support bracket can break, creating an opening in the muffler body. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using the backpack blowers immediately and contact Shindaiwa for the closest dealer location to schedule a free inspection and a free repair, if necessary. 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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: EB630, EB630RT.
Which products are included?
The Shindaiwa gasoline-powered backpack blowers are red and black with a white fuel tank. Model numbers EB630 or EB630RT are printed on the body of the blowers, along with Shindaiwa.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
Shindaiwa received one report of fire. No injuries reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the backpack blowers immediately and contact Shindaiwa for the closest dealer location to schedule a free inspection and a free repair, if necessary. Consumers who have registered their equipment will receive direct correspondence from Shindaiwa about this recall.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Shindaiwa Backpack
- Product type
- Leaf blowers
- Recall number
- 06-146
- Units
- About 87,000
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Shindaiwa dealers nationwide from July 1999 through February 2006 for about $545.
- Importer
- Shindaiwa, of Tualatin, Ore.
Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers
CPSC product type: Blowers
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Shindaiwa at (800) 521-7733 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.shindaiwa.com
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