CPSC recall · Reported May 30, 2012
ECHO Bear Cat Recalls Hydraulic Log Splitters Due to Impact 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.
Crary Industries Inc. of West Fargo, N.d. recalled This recall involves ECHO Bear Cat brand hydraulic log splitter with model numbers LS2727….
ECHO Bear Cat Recalls Hydraulic Log Splitters Due to Impact Hazard was recalled by Crary Industries Inc. of West Fargo, N.d. in May 30, 2012. Reason: The end cap of the log splitter's hydraulic cylinder can break away from the body of the log splitter, posing…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact the nearest dealer for in…. Verify recall #12189 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Crary Industries Inc. of West Fargo, N.d. issued this CPSC recall-The end cap of the log splitter's hydraulic cylinder can break away from the body of the log splitter, posing….
- None
- agency class
- May 30, 2012
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12189 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, 6 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
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.
Reason for recall
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.
Remedy, what to 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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12189 |
| Date reported | May 30, 2012 |
| Date initiated | May 30, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Crary Industries Inc. of West Fargo, N.d. |
| Affected scope | About 120 |
| 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
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact the nearest dealer for instruction on receiving a free replacemen…
- Check the recall number (12189) 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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