CPSC recall 08-271, announced May 15, 2008, covers Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers (about 23,000 units). 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 notice cites 13 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the backpack blowers immediately and contact Shindaiwa for the closest dealer location to schedule a free inspection and impeller replacement. 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 backpack blowers weigh approximately 24 pounds and include Serial Numbers through February 2007 production (S/N 702XXXX) which are located on the side label.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Shindaiwa Models EB8510 and EB8510RT. All models up to serial # 7014728 are included. The backpack blowers weigh approximately 24 pounds and include Serial Numbers through February 2007 production (S/N 702XXXX) which are located on the side label. These machines are black and blue with a red and black label that reads, "EB8510, Shindaiwa."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
Shindaiwa is aware of 13 incidents involving broken impellers. One incident involved a minor head injury and minor property damage to a nearby automobile.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the backpack blowers immediately and contact Shindaiwa for the closest dealer location to schedule a free inspection and impeller replacement. Consumers who have registered their equipment should have already received correspondence from Shindaiwa about this recall.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Shindaiwa Backpack
- Manufacturer
- Shindaiwa Kogyo Co. Ltd, of Hiroshima, Japan
- Product type
- Leaf blowers
- Recall number
- 08-271
- Units
- About 23,000 (This recall was first announced in Aug. 2007)
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Shindaiwa dealers nationwide from September 2005 through January 2007 for about $600.
- Importer
- Shindaiwa Corp., of Tualatin, Ore.
Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers
CPSC product type: Blowers
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Shindaiwa at (800) 521-7733 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm'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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