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InjuryNovember 20, 2014CPSC #15035

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

Product
Tools and Hardware
Units affected
8,000
Remedy
replacement

What 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.

Hazard

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

Injuries

None.

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • Bass Pro Shop, Cabela's and retailers nationwide, including knife and sporting goods online stores, from August 2014 through September 2014 for about $54.

Photos

Recalled Leatherman Leap multi-toolRecalled Leatherman Leap multi-tool
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