Leatherman Recalls Children's Multi-Tool Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2014-11-20 · 15035
Hazards
The lock mechanism on the optional knife blade can inadvertently release the blade, posing a laceration hazard.
Recall
Number
15035
Date
2014-11-20
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Leatherman® Leap™ multi-tool
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Leatherman Tool Group, Inc., of Portland, Ore.
Retailer(s)
Bass Pro Shop, Cabela's and retailers nationwide, including knife and sporting goods online stores, from August 2014 through September 2014 for about $54.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
This recall involves the Leatherman Leap multi-purpose tool that was designed for users age nine and up. The multi-tool has a green, blue or red plastic casing with two screws, one on each handle of the tool. It consists of combination needlenose and regular pliers, wire cutters, wood saw, ruler, tweezers, soda bottle opener, optional 420HC (high carbon stainless steel) knife blade, scissors, phillips screwdriver, and small and medium slotted screwdrivers. The words Leatherman and Leap™ appear on one side of the multi-tool.