CPSC2006-04-25
CPSC, Shindaiwa Inc. Announce Recall of Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard
Shindaiwa, of Tualatin, Ore.
Hazard
The backpack blower's muffler support bracket can break, creating an opening in the muffler body. Hot exhaust gases could then escape from the muffler and melt the fuel tank or ignite grease or debris around the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the backpack blowers immediately and contact Shindaiwa for the closest dealer location to schedule a free inspection and a free repair, if necessary. Consumers who have registered their equipment will receive direct correspondence from Shindaiwa about this recall.
Sold at
Shindaiwa dealers nationwide from July 1999 through February 2006 for about $545.
Affected count
About 87,000
Injuries reported
Shindaiwa received one report of fire. No injuries reported.
Manufactured in
Japan
Products
Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Shindaiwa at (800) 521-7733 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.shindaiwa.com
Official notice
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