CPSC2002-08-20
CPSC and Shindaiwa Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers Sold in California
Shindaiwa Inc., of Tualatin, Ore.
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.
Sold at
Shindaiwa dealers sold the hedge trimmers in California, from April 2001 to September 2001, from $390 to $450, depending on the model.
Affected count
About 3,100
Injuries reported
Shindaiwa has received eight reports of the catalytic muffler overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Products
Shindaiwa hedge trimmers
Consumer 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.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-and-Shindaiwa-Announce-Recall-of-Hedge-Trimmers-Sold-in-California-Don't want to check this manually?
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