CPSC and Shindaiwa Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers Sold in California
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2205.
The recalled hedge trimmers have red engine covers and a label on the recoil starter that reads "Professional Shindaiwa." The recall includes model HT231 with serial numbers between 1010004 and 1111239 and model DH231 with serial numbers between 1010001 and 1100149. The serial numbers are printed on a nameplate on the engine cover.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2205.
Consumers should stop using these hedge trimmers immediately and contact their authorized Shindaiwa dealer for a free inspection and muffler system upgrade, if required.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Shindaiwa Dealers Sold The Hedge Trimmers In California, From April 2001 To September 2001, From $390 To $450, Depending On The Model. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2205.
For more information, consumers can contact Shindaiwa at (800) 521-7733 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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Shindaiwa Dealers Sold The Hedge Trimmers In California, From April 2001 To September 2001, From $390 To $450, Depending On The Model. Recall FAQ
Shindaiwa Dealers Sold The Hedge Trimmers In California, From April 2001 To September 2001, From $390 To $450, Depending On The Model. is the subject of a consumer products recall: CPSC and Shindaiwa Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers Sold in California. The notice was published on August 20, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 3,100 units are potentially affected.