5.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard
Recalled December 22, 2009 · CPSC recall 10088 · Spanlink
Hazard
The knife can fail to lock into its open position, posing a cutting hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 19,000
Incidents / injuries
One minor cut was reported by a store employee.
Description
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.
What to do
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.
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
Product
Promotional Knife
Manufacturer(s)
Spanlink International Corp.
Imported by
5.11 Tactical®, of Modesto, Calif.
Retailers
The knives were given away as a free promotional item commencing in September 2009 and ending in December 2009.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →