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Product recall · CPSCAugust 24, 2007Serious
Shindaiwa Inc. Announces Recall of Backpack Blowers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The muffler's outer shell can melt allowing exhaust gas to exit from the bottom or back side of the muffler. The exhaust gas may cause damage to the fuel tank creating a possible fire hazard for the user.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should stop using the backpack blowers immediately and contact Shindaiwa for the closest dealer location to schedule a free muffler replacement. Consumers who have registered their equipment should have already received correspondence from Shindaiwa about this recall.
Who to contact: For more 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.
The product
This recall involves Shindaiwa Models EB8510 and EB8510RT. All models up to serial #7025018 are included. After serial number 7025018, the leaf blower has been upgraded with stainless steel muffler shells. The backpack blowers weight approximately 24 pounds and include Serial Numbers through February 2007 production (S/N 702XXXX) which are located on the side label. These machines are blue, with a red label that reads "Shindaiwa".
Details
- Units affected
- About 22,000
- Recall date
- August 24, 2007
- Brand
- Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd., Hiroshima, Japan, Shindaiwa Inc., Tualatin, Oregon
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Shindaiwa is aware of one incident where a small muffler fire was involved with no property damage and no injuries.
EB8510
Shindaiwa dealers nationwide from September 2005 through May 2007 for about $600.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Shindaiwa Inc. Announces Recall of Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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