Tabletop Rope Cutters Recalled by MarineTech Products Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6052.
The recalled tabletop rope cutters are used for cutting and cauterizing rope. This recall includes MarineTech part number 75-7070 and West Marine part number 559419. The Marine Tech part number is located on the side of the rope cutter. "Panther" is printed on the rope cutter.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6052.
Consumers should immediately stop using the rope cutters and contact MarineTech to receive a free replacement rope cutter. MarineTech is directly contacting purchasers of this product.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact West Marine Stores Nationwide From December 2006 Through April 2009 For About $100. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6052.
For additional information, contact MarineTech at (800) 634-7838 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.marinetech.info
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West Marine Stores Nationwide From December 2006 Through April 2009 For About $100. Recall FAQ
West Marine Stores Nationwide From December 2006 Through April 2009 For About $100. is the subject of a furniture recall: Tabletop Rope Cutters Recalled by MarineTech Products Due to Fire and Burn Hazards. The notice was published on July 1, 2009 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 450 units are potentially affected.