5.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-12-22). Hazards: laceration. About 19,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10088 |
| Published | 2009-12-22 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-20 |
| Product category | Knives |
| Products | Promotional Knife |
| Firms | Spanlink International Corp. (manufacturer); 5.11 Tactical®, of Modesto, Calif. (importer); The knives were given away as a free promotional item commencing in September 2009 and ending in December 2009. (retailer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 19,000 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
Description
The recalled folding knives, Style No. 51041019, have a black handle with a pocket clip and are approximately five inches in length when closed and seven and three-quarters inches in length when the blade is open.
Hazard
The knife can fail to lock into its open position, posing a cutting hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the knives immediately and either return the knives to their local 5.11 Tactical retailer or contact 5.11 Tactical directly to arrange for the return and exchange of the knives for a substitute promotional item at no cost to them.
Incidents and injuries
One minor cut was reported by a store employee.
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