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CPSC, Cutco Cutlery Corporation Announce Recall of Knife Blocks

Reported: February 21, 2002 Initiated: February 21, 2002 #02522

Product Description

The knife blocks are constructed of wood and designed to be portable or wall mounted. The recalled knife blocks are in the Cutco Space Saver Set. The Space Saver Set contains five knives, a sharpener, and the knife block. Only the knife block is involved in this recall; the knives are not part of this recall.

Reason for Recall

The longest knife in the set when inserted "blade side-up" can protrude through the bottom of the knife block, presenting a risk of laceration injuries to consumers, when the block is carried.

Remedy

Consumers should make sure all knives are inserted "blade side down" and NOT move the block until they contact Cutco for information on this repair. Consumers will receive a brass plate to install on the bottom of the knife block to prevent the knives from protruding. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall, along with a repair kit.

Details

Units Affected
About 28,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Cutco-Cutlery-Corporation-Announce-Recall-of-Knife-Blocks

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The knife blocks are constructed of wood and designed to be portable or wall mounted. The recalled knife blocks are in the Cutco Space Saver Set. The Space Saver Set contains five knives, a sharpener, and the knife block. Only the knife block is involved in this recall; the knives are not part of this recall.. Recalled by Cutco Cutlery Corporation, of Olean, N.Y.. Units affected: About 28,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The longest knife in the set when inserted "blade side-up" can protrude through the bottom of the knife block, presenting a risk of laceration injuries to consumers, when the block is carried.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should make sure all knives are inserted "blade side down" and NOT move the block until they contact Cutco for information on this repair. Consumers will receive a brass plate to install on the bottom of the knife block to prevent the knives from protruding. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall, along with a repair kit.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 21, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02522.

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