Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published December 29, 2021
Scott Fetzer American Angler Electric Fillet Knives Recall: Laceration Hazard
Scott Fetzer recalls American Angler Electric Fillet Knives with model 32300 due to laceration risk from stuck trigger. Stop using immediately and return for free replacement.
“Scott Fetzer American Angler Electric Fillet Knives Recall: Laceration Hazard.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/2710-scott-fetzer-american-angler-electric-fillet-knives-recall-laceration-hazard. Based on CPSC recall #9198 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Scott-Fetzer-Consumer-Brands-Recalls-American-Angler-Electric-Fillet-Knives-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard).
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Dec. 29, 2021, that Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands is recalling American Angler Electric Fillet Knives due to a laceration hazard. Owners should immediately stop using the knives, unplug them, and cut the power cord.
How to tell if you have it
Brand: American Angler
Product: Electric Fillet Knife (EFK)
Model number: 32300
Serial numbers: AEK-OB-DS-003-1, AEK-OB-DS-008-1, AMK-KM-DS-003-1, AEK-OB-RB-004-1
Sold at Walmart, Bass Pro Shops, other retailers nationwide, and online at www.amazon.com from January 2019 through October 2021
What to do
Consumers should contact Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands to receive a free replacement EFK by mail. They must provide their mailing address and proof of destruction by sending a photo of the recalled product and cut cord. Contact the firm toll-free at 833-656-1147 from 8 a.m. to p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at efkrecall@sfconsumerbrands.com, or online at www.americananglerusa.com/efkrecall.
The hazard
The trigger mechanism on the recalled Electric Fillet Knife units can become stuck in the "on" position, posing a laceration hazard. The CPSC stated this is the basis for the recall.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls of similar products include Amazon Basics Camping Folding Pocket Knives Recall (2026-03-19), Milwaukee Tool M18 FUEL Chainsaws Recall (2025-10-30), and DR Power Lawn Mowers Recall (2026-08-06).
How to tell if you have this one
Check for model number 32300 printed on the base of the handle. The serial numbers include AEK-OB-DS-003-1, AEK-OB-DS-008-1, AMK-KM-DS-003-1, and AEK-OB-RB-004-1. The knives were sold in orange or gray and have "American Angler" printed on the handle.
Brand
Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands
Product
American Angler Electric Fillet Knives
Category
Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Immediately
Immediately stop using the recalled EFK, unplug the unit, and cut the power cord.
Provide Proof of Destruction
Send a photo of the recalled product and cut cord to Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands for proof of destruction.
Get Free Replacement
Contact Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands to receive a free replacement EFK by mail, providing your mailing address.
Throw Away Unit
Dispose of the recalled unit in your trash after completing the replacement process.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled EFK, unplug the unit, and cut the power cord. Consumers should then contact Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands to receive a free replacement EFK by mail. Consumers will need to provide their mailing address and proof of destruction by sending a photo of the recalled product and cut cord to the firm. The consumer should then throw away the unit in their trash.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “Walmart, Bass Pro Shops and other retailers nationwide and online at www.amazon.com from January 2019 through October 2021 for between $110 and $150.”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands
We’ve drafted a message you can send Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 9198 — Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands Scott Fetzer American Angler Electric Fillet Knives Recall: Laceration Hazard
Hello,
I own a Scott Fetzer American Angler Electric Fillet Knives Recall: Laceration Hazard that is covered by recall 9198 from Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled EFK, unplug the unit, and cut the power cord. Consumers should then contact Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands to receive a free replacement EFK by mail. Consumers will need to provide their mailing address and proof of destruction by sending a photo of the recalled product and cut cord to the firm. The consumer should then throw away the unit in their trash.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 3, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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