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InjuryFebruary 28, 2012CPSC #12119

Greenlee Recalls Utility Knives Due to Laceration Hazard

Product
Knives
Units affected
1,800
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves Greenlee Hawk Bill folding pocket utility knives with model numbers 0652-27 and UT652-27. The models are identical. Each has a single curved 2.6-inch stainless steel blade and a 4-inch green and black plastic handle. The Greenlee name and logo are printed on the blade. Model numbers are printed in the upper right corner of the boxes in which the knives are packaged.

Hazard

The blade locking mechanism can fail, allowing the blade to fold inward toward the handle, posing a laceration hazard.

Injuries

The firm has received one report of the blade lock failing. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Distributors of professional tools and products nationwide from September 2011 through November 2011 for about $20.

Photos

Recalled utility knife by GreenleeRecalled utility knife packaging by Greenlee
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