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Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Gordon Folding Knives Due to Laceration Hazard

Reported: October 4, 2019 Initiated: October 4, 2019 #20006

Product Description

This recall involves Gordon brand folding knives. The knife is stainless steel with black metal on the handle and five cutouts on each side of the handle. The knife measures about 3-inches. The knife also has a silver-colored metal belt clip attached to the back of the handle. "China" is printed on one side and "Stainless Steel" is printed on the other side of the knife blade.

Reason for Recall

The locking mechanism can fail to engage on extension of the blade, posing a laceration hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knives and return them to a Harbor Freight Tools store for a full refund in the form of a $5 store gift card plus sales tax.

Details

Units Affected
About 1.1 million
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Harbor-Freight-Tools-Recalls-Gordon-Folding-Knives-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Gordon brand folding knives. The knife is stainless steel with black metal on the handle and five cutouts on each side of the handle. The knife measures about 3-inches. The knife also has a silver-colored metal belt clip attached to the back of the handle. "China" is printed on one side and "Stainless Steel" is printed on the other side of the knife blade.. Units affected: About 1.1 million.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The locking mechanism can fail to engage on extension of the blade, posing a laceration hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knives and return them to a Harbor Freight Tools store for a full refund in the form of a $5 store gift card plus sales tax.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 4, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 20006.

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