ECHO Bear Cat hydraulic log splitters with model LS27270 or LS27270T and date code 012908 recalled due to end cap breakage hazard. Consumers must stop using and get free replacement cylinder.
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.
ECHO Bear Cat hydraulic log splitters with model numbers LS27270 and LS2:7270T and date code 012908 are recalled because the end cap can break away, causing injury. This hazard requires immediate action to prevent serious injury.
The end cap of the hydraulic cylinder can detach from the log splitter during use. This breakaway can cause the end cap to strike the user or bystander, leading to serious injury.
Owners of ECHO Bear Cat log splitters with model numbers LS27270 or LS27270T and a date code of 012908 on the hydraulic cylinder are affected. Users and bystanders near the log splitter are at risk of injury if the end cap breaks away.
Check the model number on the main beam of the log splitter. Look for a date code 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.
Immediately stop using the log splitter as it poses an immediate risk of injury.
Contact the nearest dealer for instructions on receiving a free replacement cylinder installed by an authorized dealer.
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.
Model numbers LS27270 and LS27270T with date code 012908 on the hydraulic cylinder.
Check the model number on the main beam and look for a date code stamped on the hydraulic cylinder near the capped end.
Immediately stop using it and contact the nearest dealer for instructions on getting a free replacement cylinder.
We’ve drafted a message you can send ECHO Bear Cat to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1058 — ECHO Bear Cat ECHO Bear Cat log splitters Hello, I own a ECHO Bear Cat log splitters that is covered by recall 1058 from ECHO Bear Cat. The official recall notice states: 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. 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
