WASHINGTON -- An Oregon company is recalling about 25,000 gas-powered professional hedge trimmers.

Shindaiwa Inc. says the heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, possibly causing a fuel leak and fire.

Shindaiwa has received 10 reports of fuel tanks leaking.

Two small fires were reported, resulting in minor property damage.

No injuries have been reported.

Shindaiwa Gas-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers are available in both 30-inch and 40-inch sizes.

The products have red engine covers, a red fuel cap and a label on the recoil starter that reads "Professional Shindaiwa."

The recall includes all single and double-sided gas-powered professional hedge trimmer models DH231 and HT231 with serial numbers 1010000 through 5050000.

The serial number is printed on the engine cover.

Shindaiwa dealers nationwide sold the recalled trimmers from January 2001 through April for between $389 and $449.

Consumers should contact an authorized Shindaiwa dealer to have a new fuel tank and heat shield assembly installed free of charge.

Consumers can call Shindaiwa at (800) 521-7733 or visit the company's Web site for more recall information.