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5.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

Reported: December 22, 2009 Initiated: December 22, 2009 #10088

Product 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.

Reason for Recall

The knife can fail to lock into its open position, posing a cutting hazard to consumers.

Remedy

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.

Details

Recalling Firm: Spanlink International Corp.
Units Affected: About 19,000
Official Source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/511-Tactical-Knives-Recalled-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

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.. Recalled by Spanlink International Corp.. Units affected: About 19,000.

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The knife can fail to lock into its open position, posing a cutting hazard to consumers.

What should consumers 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.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 22, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10088.

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