Japanese Axe M
CPSC Recall #15-130 — May 7, 2015
Product
Japanese Axe M
Description
The handle of the axe can crack, allowing the axe head to come loose, posing a laceration or impact hazard to the user or bystanders.
Hazard
The handle of the axe can crack, allowing the axe head to come loose, posing a laceration or impact hazard to the user or bystanders.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received three reports of a cracked handle or loose head on the axe. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Japanese Axe M and return it to the Snow Peak's Portland retail store or contact Snow Peak for a free replacement axe.
Units Affected
About 220
Sold At
Outdoor equipment retail stores including Adventure 16, Backcountry Gear LTD, Camp Saver, Snow Peak Portland Store, UTE Mountaineer, and online at www.snowpeak.com from December 2013 through August 2014 for about $160.
Importer
Snow Peak USA, of Portland, Ore.
Manufactured In
Japan