# CPSC, Shindaiwa Inc. Announce Recall of Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2006-04-25 · 06146 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 06146
- **Date:** 2006-04-25
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers

## Hazards

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.

## Retailer(s)

Shindaiwa dealers nationwide from July 1999 through February 2006 for about $545.

## Importer(s)

Shindaiwa, of Tualatin, Ore.

## Country of manufacture

Japan

## Description

The Shindaiwa gasoline-powered backpack blowers are red and black with a white fuel tank. Model numbers EB630 or EB630RT are printed on the body of the blowers, along with Shindaiwa.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Shindaiwa-Inc-Announces-Recall-of-Backpack-Blowers-Due-to-Fire-Hazard)
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