CPSC recall · Reported June 8, 2005
CPSC, Shindaiwa Inc. Announce Recall of Gas-Powered Hedge Trimmers
The heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, cause a fuel leak and create a fire hazard.
The CPSC recalled Shindaiwa Gas-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers are available in both 30-inch and 40-in….
CPSC, Shindaiwa Inc. Announce Recall of Gas-Powered Hedge Trimmers was recalled and listed by the CPSC in June 8, 2005. Reason: The heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, cause a fuel leak and create a fire hazar…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these hedge trimmers immediately and contact an authorized Sh…. Verify recall #05188 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, cause a fuel leak and create a fire hazar….
- None
- agency class
- June 8, 2005
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05188 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product 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.
Reason for recall
The heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, cause a fuel leak and create a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05188 |
| Date reported | June 8, 2005 |
| Date initiated | June 8, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 25,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using these hedge trimmers immediately and contact an authorized Shindaiwa dealer to have a new fuel tank a…
- Check the recall number (05188) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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