Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands American Angler Electric Fillet recall: Laceration Hazard
Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands Recalls American Angler Electric Fillet Knives Due to Laceration Hazard
Why was Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands American Angler Electric Fillet recalled?
The trigger mechanism on the Electric Fillet Knife ("EFK") units can become stuck in the "on" position, posing a laceration hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled EFK, unplug the unit, and cut the power cord. Consumers should then contact Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands to receive a free replacement EFK by mail. Consumers will need to provide their mailing address and proof of destruction by sending a photo of the recalled product and cut cord to the firm. The consumer should then throw away the unit in their trash. Contact: Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands toll-free at 833-656-1147 from 8 a.m. to p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.americananglerusa.com/efkrecall or www.americananglerusa.com and click on "Recall Information" under "Relevant Links" for more information.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- American Angler Electric Fillet Knives
- Company
- Weihai Yuanji Outdoor Products Co., Ltd. (RTI), of China
- Quantity
- About 43,200 (In addition, about 630 were sold in Canada)
- Sold at
- Walmart, Bass Pro Shops and other retailers nationwide and online at www.amazon.com from January 2019 through October 2021 for between $110 and $150.
- Recall date
- December 29, 2021
- Incidents / injuries
- Polaris has received 33 reports of broken or cracked steering wheel spokes, including five reports of rollovers and two reports of injuries
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves American Angler Electric Fillet Knives with model number 32300 and the following serial numbers: AEK-OB-DS-003-1, AEK-OB-DS-008-1, AMK-KM-DS-003-1, AEK-OB-RB-004-1. The model number is printed on the base of the handle of the EFK and the serial number is printed on the product packaging. "American Angler" is printed on the handle of the recalled knives. The knives were sold in orange and gray and are used as a fishing tool for filleting fish.