YTL, Longli and TIYA Log Splitters with Briggs & Stratton® 250cc engines
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Briggs & Stratton is recalling YTL, Longli and TIYA log splitters powered by specific Briggs & Stratton 250cc engines due to an incorrect ignition coil and flywheel that can cause hard starting and engine kickback, potentially injuring the operator. The affected log splitters are sold under multiple brand names including Black Diamond, Crimson, Lumberjack, Performance Built, Brute, Country Pro, Boss, and Oregon, with various model numbers and capacities ranging from 30 to 35 tons.
To determine if your log splitter is affected, check the engine model number on the valve cover and the serial number on the blower housing cover to see if they match the recalled engine models and serial number ranges provided. According to the recall notice, consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log splitters and contact an authorized Briggs & Stratton dealer for a free inspection and repair.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
An incorrect engine ignition coil and flywheel can lead to hard starting and engine kick back, posing an injury hazard to the operator.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled log splitters and contact an authorized Briggs & Stratton dealer for a free inspection and repair.
The recall involves YTL, Longli and TIYA log splitters powered by Briggs & Stratton 250cc engine model number 15T232-0011-F8, with serial numbers 160331883074 through 2012073736714, and model number 15T232-1850-F1, with serial numbers 2004260782583 through 2012284118417. 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 and YTL-015-134 - 30 ton); Crimson (model number YTL-590-012 - 32 ton); Lumberjack (model number YTL-007-414); Performance Built (model number YTL-007-308 and YTL-016-476 - 30 ton); Brute (model numbers YTL-140-701 - 30 ton and YTL-140-473 - 35 ton); Country Pro (YTL-019-880); Boss (model number WD32T); and Oregon (model 3000 Series - 30 ton).
Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗
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