Shindaiwa Corp. Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Laceration and Impact Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-05-15). Hazards: laceration, impact injury. Models: EB8510, EB8510RT. About 23,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08271 |
| Published | 2008-05-15 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Blowers |
| Products | Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers |
| Firm named in the title | Shindaiwa Corp. |
| Firms | Shindaiwa Kogyo Co. Ltd, of Hiroshima, Japan (manufacturer); Shindaiwa Corp., of Tualatin, Ore. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Japan |
| Units (US) | 23,000 |
| Model numbers | EB8510, EB8510RT |
| Hazard classes | laceration, impact injury |
| Remedy classes | replace, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Shindaiwa dealers nationwide from September 2005 through January 2007 for about $600. |
Description
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."
Hazard
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.
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.
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.
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