CPSCDecember 22, 2009

5.11 Tactical® Knives recall: Laceration Hazard

5.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

Why was 5.11 Tactical® Knives recalled?

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

What should I do if I have this product?

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

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Promotional Knife
Company
Spanlink International Corp., 5.11 Tactical®, of Modesto, Calif.
Quantity
About 19,000
Sold at
The knives were given away as a free promotional item commencing in September 2009 and ending in December 2009.
Recall date
December 22, 2009
Incidents / injuries
One minor cut was reported by a store employee.
Agency
CPSC

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.

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