CPSC2009-12-22
5.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard
Spanlink International Corp.
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.
Sold at
The knives were given away as a free promotional item commencing in September 2009 and ending in December 2009.
Affected count
About 19,000
Injuries reported
One minor cut was reported by a store employee.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Promotional Knife
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact 5.11 Tactical Customer Service at (866) 451-1726 or visit the firm's Web site at www.511tactical.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/511-Tactical-Knives-Recalled-Due-to-Laceration-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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