Shindaiwa Inc. Announces Recall of Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-08-24). Hazards: fire. Models: EB8510, EB8510RT. About 22,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07289 |
| Published | 2007-08-24 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Blowers |
| Products | Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers |
| Firm named in the title | Shindaiwa Inc. |
| Firms | Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd., Hiroshima, Japan (manufacturer); Shindaiwa Inc., Tualatin, Oregon (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Japan |
| Units (US) | 22,000 |
| Model numbers | EB8510, EB8510RT |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Shindaiwa dealers nationwide from September 2005 through May 2007 for about $600. |
Description
This recall involves Shindaiwa Models EB8510 and EB8510RT. All models up to serial #7025018 are included. After serial number 7025018, the leaf blower has been upgraded with stainless steel muffler shells. The backpack blowers weight approximately 24 pounds and include Serial Numbers through February 2007 production (S/N 702XXXX) which are located on the side label. These machines are blue, with a red label that reads "Shindaiwa".
Hazard
The muffler's outer shell can melt allowing exhaust gas to exit from the bottom or back side of the muffler. The exhaust gas may cause damage to the fuel tank creating a possible fire hazard for the user.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the backpack blowers immediately and contact Shindaiwa for the closest dealer location to schedule a free muffler replacement. Consumers who have registered their equipment should have already received correspondence from Shindaiwa about this recall.
Incidents and injuries
Shindaiwa is aware of one incident where a small muffler fire was involved with no property damage and no injuries.
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