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Rapala Recalls StrikeMaster Ice Augers Due To Injury Hazard

Reported: March 6, 2015 Initiated: March 6, 2015 #15091

Product Description

The Lithium Lazer™ ice auger is used by ice fishermen to cut circular holes in ice to access the water and fish below. The Lithium Lazer™ ice auger is a 24-pound black and red unit powered by an electric motor and a rechargeable 50-volt lithium ion battery. The auger has two handles, a power switch, a trigger switch and a drill, and is identified with the logo for StrikeMaster Ice Augers on the front of the powerhead. It also is identified as a Lithium Lazer™ on the top of the powerhead.

Reason for Recall

The trigger switch on the auger could fail and the unit not turn off, posing an injury hazard.

Remedy

Return to the place where purchased for a full refund, or return to Rapala for a full refund or $700 credit toward a new product on www.rapala.com.

Details

Units Affected
About 3,000 in the United States and 60 in Canada
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Rapala-Recalls-StrikeMaster-Ice-Augers

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The Lithium Lazer™ ice auger is used by ice fishermen to cut circular holes in ice to access the water and fish below. The Lithium Lazer™ ice auger is a 24-pound black and red unit powered by an electric motor and a rechargeable 50-volt lithium ion battery. The auger has two handles, a power switch, a trigger switch and a drill, and is identified with the logo for StrikeMaster Ice Augers on the front of the powerhead. It also is identified as a Lithium Lazer™ on the top of the powerhead.. Recalled by Normark Corporation dba Rapala USA of Minnetonka, Minn.. Units affected: About 3,000 in the United States and 60 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The trigger switch on the auger could fail and the unit not turn off, posing an injury hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Return to the place where purchased for a full refund, or return to Rapala for a full refund or $700 credit toward a new product on www.rapala.com.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 6, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15091.

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