Log Splitter
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 4,000)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Brave Products Inc., Streator, Ill.
- Reason for Recall:
- 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.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- 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.
- Remedy:
- The firm is out of business and a recall remedy is no longer available. Destroy and discard this product.
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Product Information
Full Description:
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)
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 4,000)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 05110