CPSC recall · Reported February 28, 2012
Greenlee Recalls Utility Knives Due to Laceration Hazard
The blade locking mechanism can fail, allowing the blade to fold inward toward the handle, posing a laceration hazard.
Greenlee Textron Inc., of Rockford, Ill. recalled This recall involves Greenlee Hawk Bill folding pocket utility knives with model numbers ….
Greenlee Recalls Utility Knives Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled by Greenlee Textron Inc., of Rockford, Ill. in February 28, 2012. Reason: The blade locking mechanism can fail, allowing the blade to fold inward toward the handle, posing a laceratio…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knife and return it to the distribut…. Verify recall #12119 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Greenlee Textron Inc., of Rockford, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-The blade locking mechanism can fail, allowing the blade to fold inward toward the handle, posing a laceratio….
- None
- agency class
- 2K units
- affected scope
- February 28, 2012
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12119 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
This recall involves Greenlee Hawk Bill folding pocket utility knives with model numbers 0652-27 and UT652-27. The models are identical. Each has a single curved 2.6-inch stainless steel blade and a 4-inch green and black plastic handle. The Greenlee name and logo are printed on the blade. Model numbers are printed in the upper right corner of the boxes in which the knives are packaged.
Reason for recall
The blade locking mechanism can fail, allowing the blade to fold inward toward the handle, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knife and return it to the distributor for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12119 |
| Date reported | February 28, 2012 |
| Date initiated | February 28, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Greenlee Textron Inc., of Rockford, Ill. |
| Affected scope | 1800 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knife and return it to the distributor for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (12119) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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