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Rapala USA Recalls Rechargeable Fillet Knives Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: January 19, 2021 Initiated: January 19, 2021 #21070

Product Description

This recall involves the Rapala Rechargeable Fillet Knife with item number RRFN. The knife handles are black and gray. The Rapala logo is printed in red on the handle, along with the word ION in white.

Reason for Recall

The battery can overheat and catch fire if non-Rapala chargers are used to charge the battery.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rechargeable fillet knife, remove the battery and look for a white ETL label on the battery. If the battery does not have a white ETL label, consumers should contact Rapala USA for a free replacement battery and for pre-paid return of the old battery to Rapala for proper disposal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Rapala Rechargeable Fillet Knife with item number RRFN. The knife handles are black and gray. The Rapala logo is printed in red on the handle, along with the word ION in white.. Recalled by Rapala USA, of Minnetonka, Minn.. Units affected: About 128,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The battery can overheat and catch fire if non-Rapala chargers are used to charge the battery.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rechargeable fillet knife, remove the battery and look for a white ETL label on the battery. If the battery does not have a white ETL label, consumers should contact Rapala USA for a free replacement battery and for pre-paid return of the old battery to Rapala for proper disposal.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 19, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 21070.