Shindaiwa Inc. Recall of Hedge Trimmers

Gasoline-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers

Date of Recall

2004-04-15

CPSC Release Number

04-121

Manufactured In

Japan

Units

15,000

Importer

Shindaiwa Inc., of Tualatin, Ore.

Sold By

Shindaiwa dealers nationwide from January 2001 through November 2003 for between $369 and $450.

Problem/Hazard

The muffler’s retaining bolts can allow the muffler to come loose from the engine while the hedge trimmer is in operation. A loose muffler can contact and damage the fuel tank creating a fire hazard. More than 59,000 Shindaiwa hedge trimmers were recalled in October 2003 because of a leaking fuel cap.

Injuries/Incidents

Shindaiwa has received 26 reports of mufflers coming loose and damaging the fuel tank, and one report of a fire that resulted in the operator suffering minor burns.

Description

The 30-inch and 40-inch hedge trimmers have red engine covers, a red fuel cap and a label on the recoil starter that reads “Professional Shindaiwa.” The recall includes all double-sided professional hedge trimmer models DH 231 and HT 231 with serial numbers up to 110000. The serial numbers are printed on a nameplate on the engine cover.

Remedy

Stop using these hedge trimmers and return them to an authorized Shindaiwa dealer to have the muffler bolts replaced free of charge.

Consumer Contact

Shindaiwa toll-free at (800) 521-7733 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

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