Product recalls
Hitachi and Tanaka Brush Cutter/Pole Saw/Pole Hedge Trimmer
August 12, 2014
Hitachi Power Tools UK has issued a voluntary recall of the following products:
Hitachi models:
| Model Number | Sales Start |
| CG22EAS | Jan 2010 |
| CG22EAD | Dec 2009 |
| CG22EAB | Dec 2009 |
| CG24EASP | June 2010 |
| CG27EASP | June 2010 |
| CS27EPAP | April 2013 |
| CH27EPAP | Feb 2013 |
| CG25EUS | Sep 2009 |
| CG40EAS | Nov 2009 |
Tanaka models:
| Model Number | Sales Start |
| TCG22EAS | Feb 2010 |
| TCG22EAD | April 2010 |
| TCG22EAB | April 2010 |
| TCG24EASP | Dec 2011 |
| TCG27EASP | Dec 2011 |
| TCS27EPAP | July 2013 |
| TCH27EPAP | April 2013 |
The model number can be found on the circular plate on the starter pull housing, as in the photographs below:
These products have a manufacturing defect which may cause the exhaust to become very hot so that there is a risk of suffering a burn in the event of accidental contact with the exhaust cover, or, in extreme cases, a risk that the machine could catch fire.
1,632 of these affected models have been sold on the Irish market.
What to do
If you have an affected product, please stop using it immediately.
In order to have your product modified to make it safe, please contact Hitachi so that arrangements can be made for its return.
Email: recall@hitachi-powertools.co.uk
Telephone: 1800 937 500 (free call from landlines only)
