CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2009-12-22

5.11 Tactical® Knives Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

10088 · Recalled 2009-12-22 · CPSC page

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.

Hazards

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

Reported injuries

One minor cut was reported by a store employee.

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.

Products

NameModelUnits
Promotional KnifeAbout 19,000

Parties

Manufacturer
Spanlink International Corp.
Importer
5.11 Tactical®, of Modesto, Calif.
Made in
China
Sold at
ending in December 2009.

Consumer 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

Source: CPSC recall 10088. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.