Progressive International recalls canning jar lifters with a laceration hazard due to handle detachment. Consumers must stop using and return for free replacement.
The jar lifter handle can detach over time due to a missing stainless steel core in the hinge. This can cause the tongs to fail to grip and allow a jar being lifted to fall, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Progressive International is recalling canning jar lifters because the handle can detach over time, causing jars to fall and potentially lacerate users. This recall affects products sold since the product was introduced.
The jar lifter handle can detach due to a missing stainless steel core in the hinge. When this happens, the tongs may fail to grip the jar, causing it to fall and potentially lacerate the user.
Home users who own the red canning jar lifters with white handles are most at risk. The hazard is specific to the product's design defect.
Look for red canning jar lifters with white handles. The product is made of plastic and metal with a nylon coating and was sold since the product was introduced.
Immediately stop using the jar lifter to prevent potential laceration injuries.
Contact Progressive International Corporation for a free replacement.
Consumers should immediately stop using the jar lifter and contact Progressive International Corporation for a free replacement.
The jar lifter handle can detach over time due to a missing stainless steel core in the hinge, causing jars to fall and posing a laceration hazard.
Look for red canning jar lifters with white handles made of plastic and metal with a nylon coating.
Immediately stop using it and contact Progressive International Corporation for a free replacement.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Progressive International to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1312 — Progressive International Canning Jar Lifter Hello, I own a Canning Jar Lifter that is covered by recall 1312 from Progressive International. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the jar lifter and contact Progressive International Corporation for a free replacement. 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.
