[Recalled] Log Splitter — The log splitters are made of steel and painted orange and black | CPSC 2005-02-15
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | Log Splitter |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Brave Products Inc., Streator, Ill. |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 05110 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 15 February 2005 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The log splitters are made of steel and painted orange and black. They have trailer hitches and rubber tires. Each log splitter has a decal on the side that reads "Brave Products, Inc." and "__ ton" (either 15, 22, 26, or 34). The following models are being recalled: Brave VH0234 (34 ton) Serial #S012368 through S016976 Brave VH9926 (26 ton) Serial #S014226 through S017534 Brave VH9922 (22 ton) Serial #S011460 through S016862 Brave HB0115 (15 ton) Serial #S013853 through S017534 (Serial number plate is located on the hydraulic tank) Hazards: The log splitter's hydraulic cylinders can have defective rod retention, causing the seals to leak and the rods to detach. This can result in serious injury to the operator, as the rod can rapidly and unexpectedly extend the splitting wedge.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Review the official notice to confirm whether your unit is affected.
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