CPSC, Shindaiwa Inc. Announce Recall of Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-04-25). Hazards: fire. Models: EB630, EB630RT. About 87,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06146 |
| Published | 2006-04-25 |
| Last updated | 2024-06-05 |
| Product category | Blowers |
| Products | Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers |
| Firm named in the title | Shindaiwa Inc. |
| Firms | Shindaiwa, of Tualatin, Ore. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Japan |
| Units (US) | 87,000 |
| Model numbers | EB630, EB630RT |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | repair, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Shindaiwa dealers nationwide from July 1999 through February 2006 for about $545. |
Description
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.
Hazard
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.
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.
Incidents and injuries
Shindaiwa received one report of fire. No injuries reported.
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