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Positec Recalls Blue Ridge Utility Knives Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target

Recall 23-200 · May 11, 2023 · Positec

What to doConsumers should immediately and carefully inspect the packaging containing the Blue Ridge Utility Knife to determine whether the blade tip is protruding through the package. Carefully remove the knife from the packaging, avoiding the blade tip, and discard the packaging. To apply the repair, secure the knife by retracting and locking the knife in the closed position. Once the knife is removed from the packaging, the knife can be used in typical fashion.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
23-200 (CPSC)
Recall date
May 11, 2023
Brand
Positec
Category
Candles and household goods
Products
Blue Ridge utility knives
Hazard
Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target
Hazard type
Laceration and cuts
Remedy
Repair
Units
About 36,250
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 11, 2023

What was recalled

This recall involves the Blue Ridge Utility Knife with a six-inch retractable blade. Model number BR922OU is printed on the back of the package. The knife is silver in color with the Blue Ridge logo printed on it. The packaging is blue and teal with an orange-and-white mountain logo at the top.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Blue Ridge utility knives · About 36,250 units

Photos from the recall notice

Recalled Blue Ridge Utility Knife in packaging
Recalled Blue Ridge Utility Knife in packaging
Recalled Blue Ridge Utility Knife protruding blade example
Recalled Blue Ridge Utility Knife protruding blade example

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at www.target.com from August 2022 through February 2023 for about $5.; Positec USA Inc., of Charlotte, North Carolina.

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received two reports of the blade protruding in the original packaging, both resulting in laceration injuries.

Consumer contact

Positec toll-free at 855-516-3557 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, email at utilitykniferecall@blueridgetools.com or online at www.blueridgetools.com/utilitykniferecall or www.blueridgetools.com and click on "Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information.

Recall history and context

Positec appears in 3 CPSC recalls on record. See all Positec recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 166 recalls in the candles and household goods category, 33 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Blue Ridge utility knives (About 36,250 units). This recall involves the Blue Ridge Utility Knife with a six-inch retractable blade.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately and carefully inspect the packaging containing the Blue Ridge Utility Knife to determine whether the blade tip is protruding through the package. Carefully remove the knife from the packaging, avoiding the blade tip, and discard the packaging. To apply the repair, secure the knife by retracting and locking the knife in the closed position. Once the knife is removed from the packaging…

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 11, 2023. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.