Greenlee Recalls Utility Knives Due to Laceration Hazard
Recalled utility knife by Greenlee
Folding Pocket Utility Knife
Recall Date: February 28th, 2012 Type: Knives Units: 1800 Hazards:
The blade locking mechanism can fail, allowing the blade to fold inward toward the handle, posing a laceration hazard. Remedies:
Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knife and return it to the distributor for a full refund.
Description
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.
Images:
Recalled utility knife by Greenlee
Recalled utility knife packaging by Greenlee
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact Greenlee toll-free at (800) 435-0786 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT or visit the firm's website at www.greenlee.com
Injuries:
The firm has received one report of the blade lock failing. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturers:
Greenlee Textron Inc., of Rockford, Ill.
Retailers:
Distributors of professional tools and products nationwide from September 2011 through November 2011 for about $20.