Recalls / 2011-06-14
Calphalon Recalls to Repair Contemporary Cutlery Knife Block Sets Due to Laceration Hazard
11246 · Recalled 2011-06-14 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves all 17- and 21-piece Contemporary Cutlery Knife Sets with model numbers KNS17C and KNS21C. The knife sets were manufactured from August of 2007 through May 1, 2011. The recalled cutlery sets do not have model or date code markings on the wooden block although all sets have the "Calphalon" logo stamped in black on the front. Knife block sets with a three digit number imprinted on the underside are not included in this recall.
Hazards
The tips of the 8- inch slicing knife and/or the 8-inch bread knife can protrude through the bottom slot row on the wooden block holder, posing a laceration hazard.
Reported injuries
Calphalon has received one report of a cut finger injury.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Calphalon to receive a free repair kit for the recalled products. To order a free repair kit, contact Calphalon anytime at (800) 766-5652.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Calphalon Contemporary Cutlery Knife Sets | About 217,000 in the United States; 300 in Canada |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Calphalon Corporation
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Macy's, Bed Bath, Beyond, Belk, Bloomingdales, Crate, Barrel, Dillard's, Kitchen Collection, Cutlery, More, Carlson Marketing, Maritz, Hinda, Calphalon Retail Outlets, stores nationwide; by Amazon, Cooking.com;, in Chef's Catalog, $300.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Calphalon at (800) 809-7267 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.calphalon.com
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Source: CPSC recall 11246. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.