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Leatherman Recalls Children's Multi-Tool Due to Laceration Hazard

Reported: November 20, 2014 Initiated: November 20, 2014 #15035

Product Description

This recall involves the Leatherman Leap multi-purpose tool that was designed for users age nine and up. The multi-tool has a green, blue or red plastic casing with two screws, one on each handle of the tool. It consists of combination needlenose and regular pliers, wire cutters, wood saw, ruler, tweezers, soda bottle opener, optional 420HC (high carbon stainless steel) knife blade, scissors, phillips screwdriver, and small and medium slotted screwdrivers. The words Leatherman and Leap™ appear on one side of the multi-tool.

Reason for Recall

The lock mechanism on the optional knife blade can inadvertently release the blade, posing a laceration hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should not install the optional knife blade or should immediately stop using the multi-tool with the installed optional knife. Consumers should contact Leatherman for a free replacement multi-tool, including shipping.

Details

Units Affected
About 8,000 in the U.S. and 400 in Canada
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Leatherman-Recalls-Childrens-Multi-Tool

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves the Leatherman Leap multi-purpose tool that was designed for users age nine and up. The multi-tool has a green, blue or red plastic casing with two screws, one on each handle of the tool. It consists of combination needlenose and regular pliers, wire cutters, wood saw, ruler, tweezers, soda bottle opener, optional 420HC (high carbon stainless steel) knife blade, scissors, phillips screwdriver, and small and medium slotted screwdrivers. The words Leatherman and Leap™ appear on one side of the multi-tool.. Recalled by Leatherman Tool Group, Inc., of Portland, Ore.. Units affected: About 8,000 in the U.S. and 400 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The lock mechanism on the optional knife blade can inadvertently release the blade, posing a laceration hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should not install the optional knife blade or should immediately stop using the multi-tool with the installed optional knife. Consumers should contact Leatherman for a free replacement multi-tool, including shipping.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 20, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15035.

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