CPSC2014-11-20
Leatherman Recalls Children's Multi-Tool Due to Laceration Hazard
Leatherman Tool Group, Inc., of Portland, Ore.
Hazard
The lock mechanism on the optional knife blade can inadvertently release the blade, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should not install the optional knife blade or should immediately stop using the multi-tool with the installed optional knife. Consumers should contact Leatherman for a free replacement multi-tool, including shipping.
Sold at
Bass Pro Shop, Cabela's and retailers nationwide, including knife and sporting goods online stores, from August 2014 through September 2014 for about $54.
Affected count
About 8,000 in the U.S. and 400 in Canada
Injuries reported
None.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Leatherman® Leap™ multi-tool
Consumer contact
Leatherman toll-free at (888) 212-2438 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.leatherman.com and click on Safety Recall under the Support section at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Leatherman-Recalls-Childrens-Multi-ToolDon't want to check this manually?
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