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In Conjunction with
https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2021/75159r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • March 18, 2021

Briggs & Stratton Recalls YTL Log Splitters with Briggs & Stratton Engines Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

The recall involves YTL log splitters powered by Briggs & Stratton 250cc engine, with engine model number 15T232-0011-F8 and serial numbers 1904085275251 through 1905085786452; 1906146333235 through 2004080670911; and 1912319442579 through 2012073736714. The engine's model number is printed on the valve cover and the engine's serial number is printed on the blower housing cover. The log splitters are sold under the following brands: Black Diamond (model number BDBS32T - 32 ton); Crimson (model number YTL-590-012 - 32 ton); Lumberjack (model number YTL-007-414); Performance Built (model number YTL-007-308); and Brute (model numbers YTL-140-701 -30 ton and YTL-140-743 - 35 ton).

Required Consumer Action

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.

Contact Information

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.

Recall Details

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
Injuries
The company is aware of two incidents, which resulted in broken wrists.
Manufacturer
Briggs & Stratton, of Wauwatosa, Wis. (engine)
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
21730

Product Information

Product Name
YTL Log Splitters with Briggs & Stratton 250cc engines
Number of Units
About 9,750 (In addition, 290 were sold in Canada)
Manufacturer Name
Briggs & Stratton, of Wauwatosa, Wis. (engine)
Manufactured In
China

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone 800-999-9444
Full Contact Information

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.