Gerber Legendary Blades Recalls Pocket Knives

Recalled August 29, 2007 · CPSC recall 07295 · Gerber Legendary Blades

Hazard

During use, the back of the blade of the knife can slide past the blade support, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled knives immediately and contact Gerber to receive instructions on how to return the knife for a free replacement knife.

Units

About 154,000

Incidents / injuries

Gerber has received eight reports of individuals cutting themselves while using the knife, including several individuals who required stitches.

Description

The recall involves Gerber EAB Pocket Knives, model numbers 22-41548, 22-41548CDIP, 22-01548W and 22-41548W. The knives are small, folding utility knives that can be clipped to the owner's pocket. The knives are marked with the "Gerber" trademark.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled knives immediately and contact Gerber to receive instructions on how to return the knife for a free replacement knife.

Contact

For more information, contact Gerber Legendary Blades toll-free at 800-950-6161 Ext. 1206 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.gerbergear.com

Product

Gerber EAB (Exchange-A-Blade) Pocket Knives

Imported by

Gerber Legendary Blades, of Portland, Ore., a division of Fiskars Brands Inc., of Madison, Wis.

Retailers

Retail stores nationwide, including Wal-Mart, and through on-line stores from September 2006 through August 2007 for about $11.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →