CPSC recall · Reported August 11, 2016
SpeeCo Recalls Fence Wire Stretchers Due to Laceration Hazard
A recoiling wire can be released from the stretcher unexpectedly and strike bystanders, posing a laceration hazard.
The CPSC recalled This recall involves SpeeCo's fence wire stretchers, with or without a ratchet control, u….
SpeeCo Recalls Fence Wire Stretchers Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in August 11, 2016. Reason: A recoiling wire can be released from the stretcher unexpectedly and strike bystanders, posing a laceration h…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fence wire stretchers and contact Sp…. Verify recall #16244 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-A recoiling wire can be released from the stretcher unexpectedly and strike bystanders, posing a laceration h….
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- agency class
- August 11, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16244 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
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.
Reason for recall
A recoiling wire can be released from the stretcher unexpectedly and strike bystanders, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fence wire stretchers and contact SpeeCo to receive a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16244 |
| Date reported | August 11, 2016 |
| Date initiated | August 11, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 60,000 (in addition, 1,800 were sold in Canada) |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fence wire stretchers and contact SpeeCo to receive a full refund.
- Check the recall number (16244) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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