CPSC Recall in 2018: SpeeCo® and Woods® Recall 4-Way Wedge Accessory for Log Splitters Due to Impact Injury Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-129

Date: March 22, 2018

Product Name: 4-way wedge accessory for hydraulic log splitters

Recall 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:

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.

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.

Manufactured In:

China and India