CPSC and Shindaiwa Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers Sold in California

Recalled August 20, 2002 · CPSC recall 02235 · Shindaiwa

Hazard

The catalytic muffler can overheat and damage the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these hedge trimmers immediately and contact their authorized Shindaiwa dealer for a free inspection and muffler system upgrade, if required.

Units

About 3,100

Incidents / injuries

Shindaiwa has received eight reports of the catalytic muffler overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Description

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.

What to 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.

Contact

For more information, consumers can contact Shindaiwa at (800) 521-7733 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

Product

Shindaiwa hedge trimmers

Manufacturer(s)

Shindaiwa Inc., of Tualatin, Ore.

Retailers

Shindaiwa dealers sold the hedge trimmers in California, from April 2001 to September 2001, from $390 to $450, depending on the model.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →