Brave Products Recall of Log Splitters
Log Splitter
Date of Recall
2005-02-15CPSC Release Number
05-110Manufactured In
United StatesCompany Phone Number
(800) 350-8739Units
About 4,000Manufacturer
Brave Products Inc., Streator, IllSold By
Ace, True Value, and Do It Best Hardware stores and independent power equipment dealers nationwide from June 2003 through October 2004 for between $899 and $1,999.Problem/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.Injuries/Incidents
Brave Products has received 14 reports of leaking cylinders and/or rod retention failure. No injuries have been reported.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 S016976Remedy
Consumers should stop using their log splitter until they have determined if their unit is a part of this recall. Consumers should contact Brave Products Inc. to receive a free replacement cylinderConsumer Contact
Call Brave Products Inc. at (800) 350-8739 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or write to Brave Products, Inc., P.O. Box 577, Streator, IL 61364-0577. Consumers also can visit the company's web site at http://www.braveproducts.comNo comments have been posted.Recall Comments
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