Gerber EAB (Exchange-A-Blade) Pocket Knives
CPSC Recall #07-295 — August 28, 2007
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
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.
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.
Units Affected
About 154,000
Sold At
Retail stores nationwide, including Wal-Mart, and through on-line stores from September 2006 through August 2007 for about $11.
Importer
Gerber Legendary Blades, of Portland, Ore., a division of Fiskars Brands Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Manufactured In
China