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U.S. CPSC
July 24, 2007 |
Additional Incidents Prompt Log Splitter Recall Expansion by Brave Products; Could Pose Serious Injury Risk 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.   |
U.S. CPSC
February 15, 2005 |
Brave Products Recall of Log Splitters 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. |
U.S. CPSC
July 17, 2008 |
Log Splitter Engines Recalled By American Honda Motor Co. Due to Fire Hazard The engine's fuel tank can crack and leak, posing a risk of fire or explosion. |
U.S. CPSC
December 10, 2009 |
MTD Recalls Log Splitters Due to Amputation Hazard 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. |
U.S. CPSC
July 7, 2011 |
Changzhou Globe Tool Group Recalls Electric Log Splitters Due to Laceration or Amputation Hazard The electric log splitters have a hydraulic arm that, during use, slides under the handle used to move the machine. The moving hydraulic arm poses a laceration or amputation injury hazard to individuals who place their hands on that handle while the splitter is in operation. |
U.S. CPSC
January 16, 2008 |
John Deere Tractors Recalled Due to Collision Hazard The forward drive pedal can get stuck, posing a risk of loss of control and injury to the operator and bystanders. |
U.S. CPSC
July 23, 2008 |
Champion's Choice Recalls Walther Air Cylinders for Air Pistols Due to Burst Hazard The cylinders can burst when in use and/or while being filled, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
October 2, 2003 |
Technuity Inc. Recall of Back-Up Power Supply Systems When used in conjunction with another power protection device, the power supply device can spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
January 4, 2005 |
The Step 2 Co. Recall to Repair Toddler Swings The straps on these swings could break, causing a child riding in the swing to fall to the ground and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC
June 3, 2008 |
Log Swings Recalled by Far East Brokers and Consultants Due to Fall Hazard A missing nail connecting the back of the log chair to the seat can cause the back to separate from the seat while in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
June 13, 2005 |
The Perrigo Co. Recall of Multivitamins The vitamins contain iron, but do not have child-resistant packaging as required by federal law, which could cause serious injury or death if ingested by a child. |
U.S. CPSC
December 11, 2007 |
Hairstyling Irons Recalled by Farouk Systems Inc. Due to Fire and Burn Hazards The iron's "on/off" switch was installed incorrectly. When the iron is plugged in and switch is in the "off" position, the iron remains "on," which could pose fire and burn hazards. |
U.S. CPSC
July 8, 2009 |
Husqvarna Recalls Lawn Tractors; Parking Brake Failure Can Cause Loss of Control The tractor's parking brake can fail posing a loss of control hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
December 6, 2007 |
Nautilus Recalls Bowflex(R) Ultimate 2 Home Gyms Due to Risk of Injury The fasteners used to secure the rod box to the frame of the equipment can come loose, allowing the resistance rods or rod box to separate and strike the user or a bystander. |
U.S. CPSC
November 22, 2005 |
International Playthings Inc. Recall of Toy Vehicles Small parts can detach, which pose a choking hazard to young children. |
Popular Mechanics
September 2008
Joseph Truini |
4 Wood Splitters and How to Use Them for Firewood Prep In recent years a variety of mechanical splitters -- from hand-pump models to powerful gas hydraulic machines -- have entered homeowner-friendly price ranges. |
