CPSC Recall in 2015: Hewitt Recalls Marine Winches Due to Injury Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2015.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 15-141

Date: May 20, 2015

Product Name: Chain driven winches

Recall Description:

The top and bottom roller chains in the winch can break, causing the winch and marine lift to fail.

Hazard Description:

The top and bottom roller chains in the winch can break, causing the winch and marine lift to fail. This can pose an injury hazard to the user or bystander.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 1,700

Incidents:

There have been six incidents of the roller chains breaking in the recalled winch housing. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Independent boat and watersport dealers nationwide and internationally and online at buyhewitt.com from April 2014 through October 2014 for about $400.

Manufactured In:

USA