Reported Mar 18, 2021
Briggs & Stratton Recalls YTL Log Splitters with Briggs & Stratton Engines Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)
Briggs & Stratton, of Wauwatosa, Wis. (engine)
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log splitters and contact an authorized Briggs & Stratton dealer for a free inspection and repair. Briggs & Stratton is contacting all purchasers directly.
Firm contact: Briggs & Stratton at 800-999-9444 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.briggsandstratton.com and hover over "Support," then click "Recalls" for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- YTL Log Splitters with Briggs & Stratton 250cc engines
- Amount recalled
- About 9,750 (In addition, 290 were sold in Canada)
Where it was sold
Sold at Atwood Distributing LP; Big Blue; D&B Supply Co.; Fleet Farm, L&M Supply Inc.; Lowe's stores; Menards; Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply; Norby Distributing Company; North 40 Outfitters; Quincy Farm Supply Co.; Running Supply Inc.; Rural King; Theisen Supply Inc.; and Western Big Inc. stores nationwide from April 2019 through February 2021 for about $1,400..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
An incorrect engine ignition coil and flywheel can lead to hard starting and engine kick back, posing an injury hazard to the operator.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The company is aware of two incidents, which resulted in broken wrists.
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