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Product recall · CPSCAugust 11, 2016Serious
SpeeCo Fence Wire Stretchers
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
A recoiling wire can be released from the stretcher unexpectedly and strike bystanders, posing a laceration hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fence wire stretchers and contact SpeeCo to receive a full refund.
Who to contact: SpeeCo toll-free at 855-271-7189 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.speeco.com and click on Recalls for more information.
The product
This recall involves SpeeCo's fence wire stretchers, with or without a ratchet control, used for gripping and tightening any type of wire. The black stretcher has a rubber grip on the lever handle. It measures about 12 inches high, 1 inch wide and 32 inches long. SpeeCo and model S16111500, S161115TSC or S16112000 is printed on a label on the product packaging.
Details
- Units affected
- About 60,000 (in addition, 1,800 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- August 11, 2016
- Brand
- SpeeCo Inc., of Golden, Colo.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received two reports of a recoiling wire releasing from the stretcher unexpectedly, which caused cuts, abrasions and scratches to the user.
S16111500
Ace and True Value hardware stores and other supply and farm ranch stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from April 2015 through August 2016 from about $40.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “SpeeCo Recalls Fence Wire Stretchers Due to Laceration Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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