Product Recall Number: 18-129
Why was 4-way wedge accessory for hydraulic log splitters recalled?
The 4-way wedge accessory can loosen or detach from the log splitter during operation and strike an operator or bystander
Product Recall Number: 18-129
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2018-03-22
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: 4-way wedge accessory for hydraulic log splitters
Description: This recall involves 4-way wedge accessories used on SpeeCo, CountyLine, Country Tuff, and Woods hydraulic log splitters. These log splitter accessories were sold under the SpeeCo and Woods brand names. The SpeeCo brand has model numbers 577483 and 581199. The Woods brand model is 581196. Brand names and model numbers are printed on the packaging.
Hazard Description: The 4-way wedge accessory can loosen or detach from the log splitter during operation and strike an operator or bystander
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund
Units: About 5,100, (In addition, about 40 were sold in Canada)
Incidents: The firm has received one report of an operator struck by the 4-Way Wedge resulting in a concussion.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled 4-way wedge accessory and return it to the place of purchase or contact SpeeCo or Woods for a full refund.
Sold At: Tractor Supply Company stores in the U.S. from July 2016 through January 2018 under the SpeeCo brand; Orscheln Farm & Home Stores in the U.S. from August 2017 through January 2018 under the SpeeCo brand and authorized Woods dealers in the U.S. and Canada from August 2017 through January 2018 under the Woods brand for about $70.
Importers: SpeeCo Inc. and Woods Equipment Company, of Oregon, Ill
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: Tractor Supply Company, Orscheln Farm & Home Stores, and authorized Woods dealers
Manufactured In: China and India
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed