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CPSCRecalled Jun 8, 2005 · #05188

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

Hazard

The heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, cause a fuel leak and create a fire hazard.

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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.

Product details

Product
Shindaiwa Gas-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers
Type
Hedge Trimmers
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
DH231, HT231, 1010000, 5050000
UPCs
Sold at
Shindaiwa dealers nationwide, from January 2001 through April 2005, for between $389 and $449.
Made in
Japan

What you should 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.

View the official CPSC notice