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Affected model numbers
DH231HT231The 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.
Why it was recalled
The heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, cause a fuel leak and create a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Shindaiwa has received 10 reports of fuel tanks leaking. Two small fires were reported, resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Recall number
- 05-188
- Units
- About 25,000
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Shindaiwa dealers nationwide, from January 2001 through April 2005, for between $389 and $449.
- Importer
- Shindaiwa Inc., of Tualatin, Ore.
Shindaiwa Gas-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers
CPSC product type: Hedge Trimmers
Recall contact information
Call Shindaiwa toll-free at (800) 521-7733 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit Shindaiwa's Web site at www.shindaiwa.com
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