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CPSC, Shindaiwa Inc. Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers (04121)

U.S. CPSCFireApr 15, 2004
Recalled Shindaiwa hedge trimmer
Recalled Shindaiwa hedge trimmer
Recalled Shindaiwa hedge trimmer
Recalled Shindaiwa hedge trimmer

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

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.

Remedy

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

Incidents & injuries

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.

Product 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.

Sold on

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

Contact the company

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

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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