CPSCRecalled Aug 20, 2002 · #02235
CPSC and Shindaiwa Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers Sold in California
Hazard
The catalytic muffler can overheat and damage the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
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Get started, freeDescription
The recalled hedge trimmers have red engine covers and a label on the recoil starter that reads "Professional Shindaiwa." The recall includes model HT231 with serial numbers between 1010004 and 1111239 and model DH231 with serial numbers between 1010001 and 1100149. The serial numbers are printed on a nameplate on the engine cover.
Product details
- Product
- Shindaiwa hedge trimmers
- Type
- Hedge Trimmers
- Manufacturer
- Shindaiwa Inc., of Tualatin, Ore.
- Model numbers
- HT231, 1010004, 1111239, DH231, 1010001, 1100149
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Shindaiwa dealers sold the hedge trimmers in California, from April 2001 to September 2001, from $390 to $450, depending on the model.
What you should do
Consumers should stop using these hedge trimmers immediately and contact their authorized Shindaiwa dealer for a free inspection and muffler system upgrade, if required.