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CPSCRecalled Aug 11, 2016 · #16244

SpeeCo Recalls Fence Wire Stretchers Due to Laceration Hazard

Hazard

A recoiling wire can be released from the stretcher unexpectedly and strike bystanders, posing a laceration hazard.

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Description

This recall involves SpeeCo's fence wire stretchers, with or without a ratchet control, used for gripping and tightening any type of wire. The black stretcher has a rubber grip on the lever handle. It measures about 12 inches high, 1 inch wide and 32 inches long. SpeeCo and model S16111500, S161115TSC or S16112000 is printed on a label on the product packaging.

Product details

Product
Fence wire stretchers
Type
Fences or Fence Posts
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
S16111500, S161115TSC, S16112000
UPCs
Sold at
Ace and True Value hardware stores and other supply and farm ranch stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from April 2015 through August 2016 from about $40.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fence wire stretchers and contact SpeeCo to receive a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice