The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·15081·Announced 2015-02-19

Pressmaster Recalls Xcelite Cable Stripping Tools Due to Impact Hazard

Pressmaster is recalling Xcelite cable stripping tools because the plastic end cap can fly off, posing an impact hazard. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (impact hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Pressmaster AB is recalling approximately 325 Xcelite professional cable stripping tools. The recall is due to a hazard where the tool's plastic end cap can fly off with force either during use or while in storage, posing an impact hazard.

The affected tools are black, approximately six inches long, and feature "Xcelite" and "CJS 200" printed on the face. The products were sold at hardware and industrial supply stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from August 2014 to November 2014 for about $90. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the cable stripping tool and contact Pressmaster to return the product for a free replacement. Pressmaster can be reached at (800) 485-9184 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.pressmaster.se under Latest News.

The recalled product

Product
Xcelite cable stripping tools
Manufacturer
Pressmaster AB, of Sweden
Category
Consumer Product — Tools and Hardware
Hazard
Affected units
325

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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