Pocket Utility Knife (Greenlee) – Laceration Risk (2012)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Folding Pocket Utility Knife
Brand
Greenlee Textron Inc., of Rockford, Ill.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Greenlee Textron Inc., of Rockford, Ill. is recalling Folding Pocket Utility Knife. The hazard is: The blade locking mechanism can fail, allowing the blade to fold inward toward the handle, posing a . Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves Greenlee Hawk Bill folding pocket utility knives with model numbers 0652-27 and UT652-27. The models are identical. Each has a single curved 2.6-inch stainless steel blade and a 4-inch green and black plastic handle. The Greenlee name and logo are printed on the blade. Model numbers are printed in the upper right corner of the boxes in which the knives are packaged.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The blade locking mechanism can fail, allowing the blade to fold inward toward the handle, posing a laceration hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knife and return it to the distributor for a full refund.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026