Gerber® Instant™ Knife
CPSC Recall #12-163 — April 25, 2012
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