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CPSCRecalled May 11, 2023 · #23200

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

Hazard

The recalled utility knife can become unlocked and the blade can protrude only while in the original packaging, posing a laceration hazard.

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Description

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.

Product details

Product
Blue Ridge utility knives
Type
Manufacturer
Positec USA Inc., of Charlotte, North Carolina
Model numbers
BR922OU
UPCs
Sold at
Exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at www.target.com from August 2022 through February 2023 for about $5.
Made in
China

What you should do

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, the knife can be used in typical fashion.

View the official CPSC notice