Gerber® Instant™ Knife

CPSC Recall #12-163 — April 25, 2012

Recall #12-163 Date: April 25, 2012 Remedy: Replace

Product

Gerber® Instant™ Knife

Description

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Hazard

The locking mechanism on the spring-assisted blade can fail to engage properly, causing the blade to fold during use, posing a laceration hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

None

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Instant Knives and contact Gerber Legendary Blades to receive a free replacement.

Units Affected

About 3,000

Sold At

Sporting goods stores nationwide from February 2012 through March 2012 for about $50.

Importer

Gerber Legendary Blades of Portland, Ore

Manufactured In

China