StrikeMaster Lithium Lazer Ice Augers (Rapala) – injury hazard (2015)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
StrikeMaster® Lithium Lazer™ Ice Augers
Brand
Normark Corporation dba Rapala USA of Minnetonka, Minn.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Normark Corporation dba Rapala USA of Minnetonka, Minn. is recalling StrikeMaster® Lithium Lazer™ Ice Augers. The hazard is: The trigger switch on the auger could fail and the unit not turn off, posing an injury hazard.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The Lithium Lazer™ ice auger is used by ice fishermen to cut circular holes in ice to access the water and fish below. The Lithium Lazer™ ice auger is a 24-pound black and red unit powered by an electric motor and a rechargeable 50-volt lithium ion battery. The auger has two handles, a power switch, a trigger switch and a drill, and is identified with the logo for StrikeMaster Ice Augers on the front of the powerhead. It also is identified as a Lithium Lazer™ on the top of the powerhead.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The trigger switch on the auger could fail and the unit not turn off, posing an injury hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Return to the place where purchased for a full refund, or return to Rapala for a full refund or $700 credit toward a new product on www.rapala.com.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026