Leatherman recalls Leap multi-tools for children age 9+ due to optional knife blade that can accidentally release, causing lacerations. Consumers should stop using with installed blade and get free replacement.
The lock mechanism on the optional knife blade can inadvertently release the blade, posing a laceration hazard.
Leather: Leatherman is recalling Leap multi-tools for children age nine and up because the optional knife blade can accidentally release, causing cuts. This hazard affects the product's safety for young users who might not be able to handle the tool properly.
The optional knife blade has a lock mechanism that can inadvertently release, causing the blade to cut the user. This is especially risky for children who might not understand how to safely use the tool or secure the blade.
Children aged nine and up who own the Leap multi-tool are most at risk. The product is designed for users who can safely handle tools but may not be able to prevent accidental blade release.
Look for the Leap multi-tool with a green, blue, or red plastic casing and two screws. It includes an optional 420HC knife blade that can be installed.
Immediately stop using the multi-tool if the optional knife blade is installed.
Contact Leatherman for a free replacement multi-tool, including shipping.
Consumers should not install the optional knife blade or should immediately stop using the multi-tool with the installed optional knife. Consumers should contact Leatherman for a free replacement multi-tool, including shipping.
The product is designed for users age nine and up, but the optional knife blade can accidentally release, posing a laceration hazard.
Look for the Leap multi-tool with a green, blue, or red plastic casing and two screws.
Immediately stop using the multi-tool with the installed blade and contact Leatherman for a free replacement.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Leatherman to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1869 — Leatherman Leatherman® Leap™ multi-tool Hello, I own a Leatherman® Leap™ multi-tool that is covered by recall 1869 from Leatherman. The official recall notice states: Consumers should not install the optional knife blade or should immediately stop using the multi-tool with the installed optional knife. Consumers should contact Leatherman for a free replacement multi-tool, including shipping. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
