5.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 10088 · announced December 22, 2009 · Spanlink · 19,000 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The knife can fail to lock into its open position, posing a cutting hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
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. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): One minor cut was reported by a store employee.
Sold at: The knives were given away as a free promotional item commencing in September 2009 and ending in December 2009.
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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.