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CPSC, Shindaiwa Inc. Announce Recall of Gas-Powered Hedge Trimmers

Reported: June 8, 2005 Initiated: June 8, 2005 #05188

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

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 25,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Shindaiwa-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Gas-Powered-Hedge-Trimmers

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Units affected: About 25,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, cause a fuel leak and create a fire hazard.
What should consumers 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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 8, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05188.

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