Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 60,000 (in addition, 1,800 were sold in Canada) units
Recall No. 16-244 Published August 11, 2016

Fence wire stretchers

A recoiling wire can be released from the stretcher unexpectedly and strike bystanders, posing a laceration hazard. sold at Ace and True Value hardware stores and other supply and farm ranch stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from April 2015 – August 2016.

Recalled SpeeCo fence wire stretcher
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Recalled SpeeCo fence wire stretcher

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

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

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received two reports of a recoiling wire releasing from the stretcher unexpectedly, which caused cuts, abrasions and scratches to the user.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

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

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 60,000 (in addition, 1,800 were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atAce and True Value hardware stores and other supply and farm ranch stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com
Sales periodApril 2015 – August 2016

How to reach the firm

Phone
855-271-7189
8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www
Recall page
www.speeco.com

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