Log Splitter Engines Recalled By American Honda Motor
Log Splitter Engines Recalled By American Honda Motor Co. Due to Fire Hazard
Why was Log Splitter Engines Recalled By American Honda Motor recalled?
The engine's fuel tank can crack and leak, posing a risk of fire or explosion.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the affected log splitters and contact any Honda Lawn and Garden dealer or Honda Engine dealer for a free repair. Registered owners of the recalled log splitters will be mailed a notice. Contact: For additional information, contact Honda at (800) 426-7701 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hondapowerequipment.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Engines used in SpeeCo and Huskee Brand Log Splitters
- Company
- American Honda Motor Corp., of Torrance, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 5,600
- Sold at
- The log splitters with the recalled engines were sold at outdoor power equipment dealers and Tractor Supply stores nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $1,150 and $1,500.
- Recall date
- July 17, 2008
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recall involves Honda engines (model type GCV160LA N1A) used in Split Master by SpeeCo and Huskee brand log splitters. Only engine serial numbers between 5547012 and 6880908 are included in the recall. The serial number is located below the upper shroud near the oil dipstick. The following models of log splitters are affected by the recall and are either silver/black or red/black colored. Huskee Log Splitter LS401227TS (22 Ton) LS401228NO (27 Ton) SpeeCo Split Masters LS401228SP (22 Ton) LS401227NO (22 Ton) LS401225NO (25 Ton)