[Recalled] Log Splitters — The following log splitter brand names and model numbers are included in this r… | CPSC 2009-12-10
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Recall details
| Product | Log Splitters |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | MTD Products Inc, of Cleveland, Ohio |
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 10062 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 10 December 2009 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: The following log splitter brand names and model numbers are included in this recall. They were sold in red, black and yellow in 21-, 25-, 27- and 33-ton models. The model number is located on the frame near the engine. Log splitters manufactured from November 2008 through October 2009 are included in this recall. Only models with certain serial numbers are included in this recall. Brand Name Model Number Sold In: MTD Gold 24BF510B004 Hardware Stores MTD Gold 24BF510E204 Hardware Stores MTD Gold 24BF570L004 Hardware Stores MTD Gold 24BF570F204 Hardware Stores Troy-Bilt 24BF572B766 Hardware Stores Troy-Bilt 24AD597D766 Hardware Stores Troy-Bilt 24BF572B711 Lowe's Troy-Bilt 24AD597D711 Lowe's Yard Machines 24BF552B729 Home Depot Yard Machines 24BF550B029 Home Depot and Walmart Cub Cadet 24BF572B756 Home Depot Cub Cadet 24BF572B710 Independent Dealers Cub Cadet 24AD598A010 Independent Dealers Troy-Bilt 24BF572B766 Independent Dealers Troy-Bilt 24AD597D766 Independent Dealers MTD 24BF550M006 Walmart and Menards Craftsman 247.77640 Sears Craftsman 247.77641 Sears Additional recalled log splitter models were sold in Canada. See the Canadian press release with Canadian model information. Hazards: The control handle of the log splitter could fail to automatically return to the neutral position as it should and could fail to stop the splitting wedge from moving forward, posing a risk of amputation to consumers' hands and fingers.
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