Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published January 19, 2021
Rapala Rechargeable Fillet Knives Fire Hazard: Stop Using Non-Rapala Chargers
Rapala recalls rechargeable fillet knives with item number RRFN due to fire risk when using non-Rap: 1. Check for white ETL label on battery. 2. If no label, contact Rapala for free battery replacement and return.
“Rapala Rechargeable Fillet Knives Fire Hazard: Stop Using Non-Rapala Chargers.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/2919-rapala-rechargeable-fillet-knives-fire-hazard-stop-using-non-rapala. Based on CPSC recall #8989 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Rapala-USA-Recalls-Rechargeable-Fillet-Knives-Due-to-Fire-Hazard).
Rapala USA recalled rechargeable fillet knives due to a fire hazard, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Jan. 19, 2021. Owners should stop using the product and check for a white ETL label on the battery. Those without the label must contact Rapala for a free replacement.
How to tell if you have it
Rapala Rechargeable Fillet Knives (Item No. RRFN)
Black and gray handles with red Rapala logo and white 'ION' text
Sold at Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, Fleet Farm, sporting goods stores nationwide, and rapala.com
Sold from March 2011 through December 2018 for about $101
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rechargeable fillet knife, remove the battery and look for a white ETL label on the battery. If the battery does not have a white ETL label, consumers should contact Rapala USA at 800-874-4451, by email at custserv@rapalausa.com, or online at rapala.com for a free replacement battery and pre-paid return of the old battery.
The hazard
The battery can overheat and catch fire if non-Rapala chargers are used to charge the battery. Rapala USA has received reports of 12 batteries overheating and catching fire, in some cases causing damage to surrounding areas. No injuries have been reported.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls of similar products include Belkin Power Banks & Charging Stands Recall (2025-11-13). Rapala USA has received reports of 12 batteries overheating and catching fire.
How to tell if you have this one
Look for the white ETL label on the battery. If the battery lacks this label, contact Rapala USA for a free replacement battery and return the old battery for disposal.
Immediately stop using the recalled rechargeable fillet knife to prevent fire risk.
Check Battery for ETL Label
Remove the battery and look for a white ETL label on it.
Contact Rapala for Replacement
If the battery lacks a white ETL label, contact Rapala USA for a free replacement battery and pre-paid return of the old battery.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rechargeable fillet knife, remove the battery and look for a white ETL label on the battery. If the battery does not have a white ETL label, consumers should contact Rapala USA for a free replacement battery and for pre-paid return of the old battery to Rapala for proper disposal.
Where it went
Where it was sold
Sold nationwide.
Nationwide
Not listed
CPSC “Sold at”: “Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, Fleet Farm and sporting goods stores nationwide and online at rapala.com from March 2011 through December 2018 for about $101.”
Sold nationwide.
Take action
Contact Rapala
We’ve drafted a message you can send Rapala to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 8989 — Rapala Rechargeable Fillet Knives Fire Hazard: Stop Using Non-Rapala Chargers
Hello,
I own a Rapala Rechargeable Fillet Knives Fire Hazard: Stop Using Non-Rapala Chargers that is covered by recall 8989 from Rapala.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rechargeable fillet knife, remove the battery and look for a white ETL label on the battery. If the battery does not have a white ETL label, consumers should contact Rapala USA for a free replacement battery and for pre-paid return of the old battery to Rapala for proper disposal.
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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