The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·07289·Announced 2007-08-24

Shindaiwa Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Muffler Fire Hazard

Shindaiwa is recalling about 22,000 backpack blowers because the muffler shell can melt, allowing exhaust gas to damage the fuel tank and cause a fire.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard with one reported incident of a small muffler fire, but no injuries or property damage were reported, fitting the criteria for a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Shindaiwa Inc. is recalling approximately 22,000 Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers, specifically Models EB8510 and EB8510RT. The recall includes all units with serial numbers up to 7025018, which were produced through February 2007. These blue machines, weighing approximately 24 pounds, feature a red label reading "Shindaiwa" on the side.

The recall is due to a fire hazard where the muffler's outer shell can melt, allowing exhaust gas to exit from the bottom or back side. This exhaust gas may damage the fuel tank, creating a potential fire risk for the user. Shindaiwa is aware of one incident involving a small muffler fire, but no injuries or property damage were reported.

The affected blowers were sold nationwide through Shindaiwa dealers from September 2005 through May 2007 for approximately $600. Consumers should stop using the backpack blowers immediately and contact Shindaiwa at (800) 521-7733 or visit www.shindaiwa.com to locate the nearest dealer for a free muffler replacement. Registered owners may have already received correspondence regarding this recall.

The recalled product

Product
Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers
Manufacturer
Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd., Hiroshima, Japan
Category
Consumer Product — Power Tools
Hazard
Affected units
22,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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