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Briggs & Stratton Log Splitter Recall: Kickback Injury Hazard

Briggs & Stratton recalls YTL, Longli, and TIYA log splitters with specific engines due to kickback injury risks. Check your engine model and serial number for details.

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An incorrect engine ignition coil and flywheel can lead to hard starting and engine kick back, posing an injury hazard to the operator.

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Call(800) 999-9444from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday Official pagewww.briggsandstratton.com

✎ GovInfoNow plain-language explainer

Briggs & Stratton is recalling certain YTL, Longli, and TIYA log splitters because an incorrect engine ignition coil and flywheel can cause hard starting and engine kick back. This defect poses a risk of injury to the operator, with two reported incidents resulting in broken wrists. Consumers are advised to stop using these units immediately. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/2846-briggs-stratton-log-splitter-recall-kickback-injury-hazard.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/2846-briggs-stratton-log-splitter-recall-kickback-injury-hazard · Updated October 10, 2026 · Official notice: CPSC #9061

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“Briggs & Stratton Log Splitter Recall: Kickback Injury Hazard.” GovInfoNow, updated October 10, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/2846-briggs-stratton-log-splitter-recall-kickback-injury-hazard. Based on CPSC recall #9061 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Briggs-Stratton-Recalls-YTL-Longli-and-TIYA-Log-Splitters-with-Briggs-Stratton-Engines-Due-to-Injury-Hazard).

The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on May 12, 2021, that Briggs & Stratton is recalling YTL, Longli and TIYA log splitters due to an injury hazard. Owners should immediately stop using the products and contact an authorized dealer for a free inspection and repair.

How to tell if you have it

YTL, Longli and TIYA Log Splitters with Briggs & Stratton® 250cc engines
Black Diamond model numbers BDBS32T and YTL-015-134
Crimson model number YTL-590-012
Lumberjack model number YTL-007-414
Performance Built model numbers YTL-007-308 and YTL-016-476
Brute model numbers YTL-140-701 and YTL-140-473
Country Pro model number YTL-019-880
Boss model number WD32T
Oregon model 3000 Series
Briggs & Stratton engine model number 15T232-0011-F8 (serial numbers 160331883074 through 2012073736714)
Briggs & Stratton engine model number 15T232-1850-F1 (serial numbers 2004260782583 through 2012284118417)

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log splitters and contact an authorized Briggs & Stratton dealer for a free inspection and repair. For more information, call Briggs & Stratton at 800-999-9444 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.briggsandstratton.com.

The hazard

An incorrect engine ignition coil and flywheel can lead to hard starting and engine kick back, posing an injury hazard to the operator. The company is aware of two incidents which resulted in broken wrists.

Context

GovInfoNow's records show Briggs & Stratton has one other recall on record since March 18, 2021, for YTL Log Splitters involving a similar engine kick back injury hazard. Other recent recalls of similar products include STIHL BR 800 Backpack Blowers (November 6, 2025), Yamaha 2021-2022 Fleet Golf Cars (June 11, 2026), and Kawasaki 2026 Teryx4 H2/Teryx5 H2 (June 11, 2026).

How to tell if you have this one

Check if your log splitter is branded as Black Diamond, Crimson, Lumberjack, Performance Built, Brute, Country Pro, Boss, or Oregon. Verify the Briggs & Stratton engine model number (15T232-0011-F8 or 15T232-1850-F1) printed on the valve cover and the serial number printed on the blower housing cover against the recall list.

Brand
Briggs & Stratton
Product
YTL, Longli and TIYA Log Splitters with Briggs & Stratton® 250cc engines
Category
Consumer product

Based on the official CPSC remedy

What to do — step by step

Stop using the log splitter
Immediately cease operation of the recalled unit to prevent potential injury from engine kick back.
Contact an authorized dealer
Reach out to an authorized Briggs & Stratton dealer for a free inspection and repair of the engine.

Official remedy

What CPSC says to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log splitters and contact an authorized Briggs & Stratton dealer for a free inspection and repair.

Where it went

Where it was sold

Sold nationwide.

CPSC “Sold at”: “Atwood”

Sold nationwide.

Take action

Contact Briggs & Stratton

We’ve drafted a message you can send Briggs & Stratton to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

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Subject: Recall 9061 — Briggs & Stratton Log Splitter Recall: Kickback Injury Hazard

Hello,

I own a Briggs & Stratton Log Splitter Recall: Kickback Injury Hazard that is covered by recall 9061 from Briggs & Stratton.

The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log splitters and contact an authorized Briggs & Stratton dealer for a free inspection and repair.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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Official source: CPSC Recall #9061 (May 12, 2021)
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