CPSC recall 05188
Shindaiwa Gas-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2024-10-09
On 2024-10-09 the CPSC announced a recall of Shindaiwa Gas-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers by Shindaiwa, citing the heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, cause a fuel leak and create a fire hazard.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05188 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2005-06-08 |
| Published | 2024-10-09 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Shindaiwa |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Shindaiwa Gas-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers | 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.
Reason
The heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, cause a fuel leak and create a fire hazard.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Shindaiwa-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Gas-Powered-Hedge-Trimmers
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