Gerber Recalls Instant Knife Due to Laceration Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-04-26). Hazards: laceration. Models: 30-000435, 31-001101. About 3,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12163 |
| Published | 2012-04-26 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-18 |
| Product category | Knives With Replaceable Blades |
| Products | Gerber® Instant™ Knife |
| Firm named in the title | Gerber |
| Firms | Gerber Legendary Blades of Portland, Ore. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 3,000 |
| Model numbers | 30-000435, 31-001101 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Sporting goods stores nationwide from February 2012 through March 2012 for about $50. |
Description
The recalled knives are spring-assisted clip knives with a black retractable 3.18" blade which can be folded into the textured black handle when the knife is not in use. The black handle has four diagonal slots on both sides. When closed, the knife measures 4.57" in length and when open, it measures 7.75". The Gerber "sword and shield" trademark appears in silver, on one side of the blade, close to the handle. The name "Gerber®" is written in silver on the knife's pocket clip. This recall involves model numbers 30-000435 and 31-001101. The different model numbers refer to the same knife sold in a box (30-000435) and in a blister pack (31-001101). The model number is printed on the original packaging underneath the barcode. It is not printed on the knife.
Hazard
The locking mechanism on the spring-assisted blade can fail to engage properly, causing the blade to fold during use, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Instant Knives and contact Gerber Legendary Blades to receive a free replacement.
Incidents and injuries
None
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