The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·02522·Announced 2002-02-21

Cutco Space Saver Knife Block Set Recalled for Laceration Risk

Cutco is recalling about 28,000 Space Saver Knife Block Sets because the longest knife can protrude through the bottom, posing a laceration risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (laceration) where injury has been reported (one incident requiring stitches), but no fatalities or severe injuries are documented, fitting the 'High' criteria for reported injury without severe outcomes.

Plain-English summary

Cutco Cutlery Corporation is recalling approximately 28,000 Space Saver Knife Block Sets sold nationwide from August 1997 through October 2001. The recall involves only the wooden knife block component of the set; the knives and sharpener included in the set are not part of the recall. The blocks were sold for about $350.

The hazard exists because the longest knife in the set, when inserted blade side-up, can protrude through the bottom of the knife block. This presents a risk of laceration injuries to consumers when the block is carried. Cutco has received one report of an incident where a consumer was cut by a protruding knife and required stitches.

Consumers should ensure all knives are inserted blade side down and not move the block until they contact Cutco for repair information. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification and a repair kit containing a brass plate to install on the bottom of the block to prevent knives from protruding. Consumers can contact Cutco toll-free at (800) 828-0448 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
Knife Block Set
Manufacturer
Cutco Cutlery Corporation, of Olean, N.Y.
Category
Consumer Product — Kitchenware
Hazard
Affected units
28,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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