CPSC Recall in 2003: CPSC, Shindaiwa Inc. Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 04-017

Date: October 28, 2003

Product Name: Professional Hedge Trimmers

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Shindaiwa Inc., of Tualatin, Ore., is voluntarily recalling 59,200 Professional Hedge Trimmers. The fuel cap on the hedge trimmer can leak, posing a fire and burn hazard.Name of product: Professional Hedge TrimmersUnits: 59,200Manufacturer: Shindaiwa Inc., of Tualatin, Ore.Hazard: The fuel cap on the hedge trimmer can leak, posing a fire and burn hazard.Incidents/Injuries: None.Description: The hedge trimmers have red engine covers, a red fuel cap and a label on the recoil starter that reads "Professional Shindaiwa." The recall includes all model DH 230/231 and HT 230/231 with serial numbers up to 3080000. The serial numbers are printed on a nameplate on the engine cover.Sold at: Shindaiwa dealers nationwide from August 1997 to August 2003 for between $370 and $450 depending on the model.Manufactured in: JapanRemedy: Consumers should stop using the hedge trimmer and return the red fuel cap to the dealer for a replacement cap.Consumer Contact: Contact Shindaiwa toll-free at (800) 521-7733 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

Hazard Description:

The fuel cap on the hedge trimmer can leak, posing a fire and burn hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: 59,200

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Shindaiwa dealers nationwide from August 1997 to August 2003 for between $370 and $450 depending on the model.

Manufactured In:

Japan