Product Recall Number: 07-295
Why was Gerber EAB (Exchange-A-Blade) Pocket Knives recalled?
During use, the back of the blade of the knife can slide past the blade support, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Product Recall Number: 07-295
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2007-08-28
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Gerber EAB (Exchange-A-Blade) Pocket Knives
Description: WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gerber Legendary Blades, of Portland, Ore., a division of Fiskars Brands Inc., of Madison, Wis, is voluntarily recalling about 154,000 Gerber EAB (Exchange-A-Blade) Pocket Knives. During use, the back of the blade of the knife can slide past the blade support, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.Name of Product: Gerber EAB (Exchange-A-Blade) Pocket KnivesUnits: About 154,000Importer: Gerber Legendary Blades, of Portland, Ore., a division of Fiskars Brands Inc., of Madison, Wis.Hazard: During use, the back of the blade of the knife can slide past the blade support, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.Incidents/Injuries: Gerber has received eight reports of individuals cutting themselves while using the knife, including several individuals who required stitches.Description: The recall involves Gerber EAB Pocket Knives, model numbers 22-41548, 22-41548CDIP, 22-01548W and 22-41548W. The knives are small, folding utility knives that can be clipped to the owner's pocket. The knives are marked with the "Gerber" trademark.Sold at: Retail stores nationwide, including Wal-Mart, and through on-line stores from September 2006 through August 2007 for about $11.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled knives immediately and contact Gerber to receive instructions on how to return the knife for a free replacement knife.Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Gerber Legendary Blades toll-free at 800-950-6161 Ext. 1206 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.gerbergear.com.
Hazard Description: During use, the back of the blade of the knife can slide past the blade support, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Replace
Units: About 154,000
Incidents: Gerber has received eight reports of individuals cutting themselves while using the knife, including several individuals who required stitches.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled knives immediately and contact Gerber to receive instructions on how to return the knife for a free replacement knife.
Sold At: Retail stores nationwide, including Wal-Mart, and through on-line stores from September 2006 through August 2007 for about $11.
Importers: Gerber Legendary Blades, of Portland, Ore., a division of Fiskars Brands Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed