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CPSCRecalled May 30, 2012 · #12189

ECHO Bear Cat Recalls Hydraulic Log Splitters Due to Impact Hazard

Hazard

The end cap of the log splitter's hydraulic cylinder can break away from the body of the log splitter, posing an impact hazard to the user or bystander.

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Description

This recall involves ECHO Bear Cat brand hydraulic log splitter with model numbers LS27270 and LS27270T, with a date code of 012908 stamped on the hydraulic cylinder. The model number is printed on the main beam of the log splitters. The date code is stamped on the hydraulic cylinder near the capped end. The log splitters are black and orange with ECHO Bear Cat printed on the hydraulic cylinder.

Product details

Product
ECHO Bear Cat log splitters
Type
Log Splitters
Manufacturer
Crary Industries Inc. of West Fargo, N.D.
Model numbers
LS27270, LS27270T, 012908
UPCs
Sold at
ECHO Bear Cat dealers nationwide from October 2007 through March 2012 for about $2,600.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact the nearest dealer for instruction on receiving a free replacement cylinder installed by an authorized dealer.

View the official CPSC notice