CPSC recall · Reported February 15, 2005
CPSC, Brave Products Announce 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 th…
Brave Products Inc., Streator, Ill. recalled The log splitters are made of steel and painted orange and black. They have trailer hitch….
CPSC, Brave Products Announce Recall of Log Splitters was recalled by Brave Products Inc., Streator, Ill. in February 15, 2005. Reason: The log splitter's hydraulic cylinders can have defective rod retention, causing the seals to leak and the ro…. Remedy: The firm is out of business and a recall remedy is no longer available. Destroy and disca…. Verify recall #05110 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Brave Products Inc., Streator, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-The log splitter's hydraulic cylinders can have defective rod retention, causing the seals to leak and the ro….
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- agency class
- February 15, 2005
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05110 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product 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)
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.
Remedy, what to do
The firm is out of business and a recall remedy is no longer available. Destroy and discard this product.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05110 |
| Date reported | February 15, 2005 |
| Date initiated | February 15, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Brave Products Inc., Streator, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 4,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
The firm is out of business and a recall remedy is no longer available. Destroy and discard this product.
- Check the recall number (05110) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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