Greenlee Recalls Utility Knives Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 12119 · announced February 28, 2012 · Greenlee Textron · 1,800 units affected
The product
This recall involves Greenlee Hawk Bill folding pocket utility knives with model numbers 0652-27 and UT652-27. The models are identical. Each has a single curved 2.6-inch stainless steel blade and a 4-inch green and black plastic handle. The Greenlee name and logo are printed on the blade. Model numbers are printed in the upper right corner of the boxes in which the knives are packaged.
The hazard
The blade locking mechanism can fail, allowing the blade to fold inward toward the handle, posing a laceration hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knife and return it to the distributor for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received one report of the blade lock failing. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Distributors of professional tools and products nationwide from September 2011 through November 2011 for about $20.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Greenlee toll-free at (800) 435-0786 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT or visit the firm's website at www.greenlee.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.