Product Recall Number: 13-257
Why was Gerber® Uppercut™ Fixed Blade Knife and Sheath Set recalled?
The Uppercut sheath does not hold the knife securely, allowing the knife to come out of the sheath unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard.
Product Recall Number: 13-257
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2013-08-06
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Gerber® Uppercut™ Fixed Blade Knife and Sheath Set
Description: The Uppercut model sheath does not hold the knife securely, allowing the knife to come out of the sheath unexpectedly.
Hazard Description: The Uppercut sheath does not hold the knife securely, allowing the knife to come out of the sheath unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Replace
Units: About 2,900
Incidents: Gerber Legendary Blades has received one report of a laceration to a consumer that required medical attention, but no stitches.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately cover and store the Uppercut knife in a safe area out of the reach of children. Contact Gerber Legendary Blades for instructions on returning the sheath for a free replacement sheath.
Sold At: Sporting goods stores nationwide and online at www.gerbergear.com from March 2013 through June 2013 for about $60 per knife and sheath set.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed