Recalled SpeeCo fence wire stretcher
Recalled SpeeCo fence wire stretcher with ratchet control
SpeeCo fence wire stretcher packaging
A recoiling wire can be released from the fence wire stretcher unexpectedly and strike bystanders, posing a laceration hazard.
SpeeCo toll-free at 855-271-7189 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.speeco.com and click on Recalls for more information.
Recall Details
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fence wire stretchers and contact SpeeCo to receive a full refund.
The firm has received two reports of a recoiling wire releasing from the stretcher unexpectedly, which caused cuts, abrasions and scratches to the user.
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.
SpeeCo Inc., of Golden, Colo.
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