CPSC, Shindaiwa Inc. Announce Recall of Gas-Powered Hedge Trimmers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-06-08). Hazards: fire. Models: DH231, HT231. About 25,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05188 |
| Published | 2005-06-08 |
| Last updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Product category | Hedge Trimmers |
| Products | Shindaiwa Gas-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers |
| Firm named in the title | Shindaiwa Inc. |
| Firms | Shindaiwa Inc., of Tualatin, Ore. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Japan |
| Units (US) | 25,000 |
| Model numbers | DH231, HT231 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | stop use |
| Sold | Shindaiwa dealers nationwide, from January 2001 through April 2005, for between $389 and $449. |
Description
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.
Hazard
The heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, cause a fuel leak and create a fire hazard.
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.
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.
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