CPSC, Cutco Cutlery Corporation Announce Recall of Knife Blocks
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2002-02-21 · 02522
Hazards
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.
Recall
Number
02522
Date
2002-02-21
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Knife Block Set
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Cutco Cutlery Corporation, of Olean, N.Y.
Retailer(s)
The Space Saver Set was sold nationwide, from August 1997 through October 2001, for about $350.
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.