Tanaka America, of Auburn, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 7,500 hedge trimmers and 1,400 augers. The fuel tank vents on these products can leak, posing a fire hazard. The products are orange with black handles and have "Tanaka" and the model number printed on the recoil starter cover. The serial number is located on a label on the side of the engine. The model and serial number ranges are:
HEDGE TRIMMERS
Model No.
Serial No. Range
THT-2100
T245721 - U2064452
THT-2120
T218561 - U202762
THT-2510
T246071 - U154280
THT-2520
T218761 - U154380
THT-2540
T260826 - U190886
AUGER
Model No.
Serial No. Range
TIA-340
T236911- V067500
Lawn and garden stores and outdoor power equipment dealers sold the hedge trimmers and augers nationwide from September 1998 through September 1999. The hedge trimmers sold for about $370 and the augers sold for about $500.
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. To locate the nearest authorized dealer or for more information,
call Tanaka toll-free at (888) 401-3885 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday
through Friday, or visit Tanaka's web site at http://www.tanakapowerequipment.com/recall.htm.