Snow Peak recalls Japanese Axe M models with handle cracks that could cause lacerations or impacts. Return to store or get free replacement.
The handle of the axe can crack, allowing the axe head to come loose, posing a laceration or impact hazard to the user or bystanders.
Snow Peak is recalling Japanese Axe M models because the handle can crack, making the axe head loose and causing lacerations or impacts. This affects users who own the recalled model and poses a risk of injury during use.
The handle can crack, allowing the axe head to become loose. If the axe head detaches, it could cause lacerations or impacts to the user or bystanders during normal use.
Owners of the Japanese Axe M model with item number R-016 (or similar) are affected. Users who carry the axe while hiking or camping are most at risk due to potential handle failure.
Check for item number R-061 on the back page of the included manual. The axe has a black snow flake (asterisk) burnt into the handle near the hole at the end.
Immediately stop using the recalled Japanese Axe M model to avoid laceration or impact injuries.
Take the axe to a Snow Peak Portland retail store for a free replacement.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Japanese Axe M and return it to the Snow Peak's Portland retail store or contact Snow Peak for a free replacement axe.
The item number R-061 is printed on the back page of the included manual.
Look for a black snow flake (asterisk) burnt into the handle near the hole at the end.
Contact Snow Peak for a free replacement axe or return it to a Snow Peak Portland retail store.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Snow Peak to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 6381 — Snow Peak Japanese Axe M Hello, I own a Japanese Axe M that is covered by recall 6381 from Snow Peak. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Japanese Axe M and return it to the Snow Peak's Portland retail store or contact Snow Peak for a free replacement axe. 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.
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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.
