The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·15091·Announced 2015-03-06

Rapala Recalls StrikeMaster Ice Augers Due To Trigger Switch Injury Hazard

Rapala is recalling StrikeMaster Lithium Lazer ice augers because the trigger switch may fail to turn off the unit, posing an injury risk.

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 where the trigger switch failure poses an injury hazard, but no injuries have been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Rapala USA is recalling approximately 3,000 StrikeMaster Lithium Lazer ice augers in the United States and 60 in Canada. The recall was issued because the trigger switch on the auger could fail, causing the unit to not turn off, which poses an injury hazard to users.

The affected product is a 24-pound black and red electric ice auger powered by a rechargeable 50-volt lithium ion battery. It was sold at sporting goods stores, including Cabela's, Gander Mountain, and Joe's Sporting Goods, from September 2014 through January 2015 for about $600. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Alternatively, consumers may return the product to Rapala for a full refund or a $700 credit toward a new product via www.rapala.com. For more information, consumers can contact StrikeMaster toll-free at (877) 572-7278 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.StrikeMaster.com.

The recalled product

Product
StrikeMaster® Lithium Lazer™ Ice Augers
Manufacturer
Normark Corporation dba Rapala USA of Minnetonka, Minn.
Category
Consumer Product — Ice Augers
Hazard
Affected units
3,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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