Recalls / 2012-05-30
ECHO Bear Cat Recalls Hydraulic Log Splitters Due to Impact Hazard
12189 · Recalled 2012-05-30 · CPSC page
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.
Hazards
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.
Reported injuries
Crary Industries has received three reports of the hydraulic cylinder end caps detaching resulting in one injury from a cylinder reportedly striking a consumer in the head.
Remedy
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.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ECHO Bear Cat log splitters | About 120 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Crary Industries Inc.
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- ECHO Bear Cat dealers nationwide, 600.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Crary Industries toll-free at (888) 625-4520 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.bearcatproducts.com
Source: CPSC recall 12189. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.