Shindaiwa Inc. Announces Recall of Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-08-24 · 07289
Hazards
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.
Recall
Number
07289
Date
2007-08-24
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd., Hiroshima, Japan
Retailer(s)
Shindaiwa dealers nationwide from September 2005 through May 2007 for about $600.
Importer(s)
Shindaiwa Inc., Tualatin, Oregon
Country of manufacture
Japan
Description
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".