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Snow Peak Recalls Japanese Axe Due to Laceration and Impact Hazards

Recall 15-130 · May 7, 2015 · Snow Peak

What to doConsumers 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.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
15-130 (CPSC)
Recall date
May 7, 2015
Brand
Snow Peak
Category
Tools, lawn and garden
Products
Japanese Axe M
Hazard
Laceration and Impact Hazards
Hazard type
Laceration and cuts
Remedy
Replace
Units
About 220
Made in
Japan
Last updated by CPSC
May 11, 2015

What was recalled

The recalled Japanese Axe M has item number R-061 printed on the back page of the included manual. The black axe head measures 5-3/4 inches high by 4 inches wide and weighs 2 pounds. The axe handle measures 14 inches long and is made of light-colored maple. A small black snow flake (asterisk) is burnt into the handle near the hole at the end of the handle. The handle has a small hole near the end, which is used for hanging the axe. The axe was sold with a white leather holder for the axe head that attaches with a snap strap.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Japanese Axe M · About 220 units

Photos from the recall notice

Japanese Axe M
Japanese Axe M

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: 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.; Snow Peak USA, of Portland, Ore..

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received three reports of a cracked handle or loose head on the axe. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

Snow Peak toll-free at (855) 407-8390 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at recall@snowpeak.com or online at www.snowpeak.com and click on the recall poster for more information.

Recall history and context

Snow Peak appears in 3 CPSC recalls on record. See all Snow Peak recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 83 recalls in the tools, lawn and garden category, 8 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Japanese Axe M (About 220 units). The recalled Japanese Axe M has item number R-061 printed on the back page of the included manual.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Laceration and Impact Hazards.

What should I do if I own one?

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.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 11, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.