CPSC recall 00132 — CPSC and Tanaka Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers and Augers

CPSC and Tanaka Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers and Augers

CPSC · 00132 · published 2000-06-27

CPSC campaign 00132

Hazard

The fuel tank vents on these products can leak, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers with a recalled hedge trimmer or auger should stop using it immediately and return it to any authorized Tanaka service dealer for a free repair. The equipment will be fitted with a redesigned fuel tank.

The text above is quoted verbatim from the CPSC record. Confirm the affected units and the remedy with the manufacturer or CPSC. Recall data may be incomplete, delayed, or superseded.

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Affected products

Tanaka America, of Auburn, Wash.

Hedge Trimmers and Augers

CPSC and Tanaka Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers and Augers

Affected products

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