CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The lock mechanism on the optional knife blade can inadvertently release the blade, posing a laceration hazard.

In Conjunction with
https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2014/42331r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • November 20, 2014

Leatherman Recalls Children's Multi-Tool Due to Laceration Hazard

This recall involves the Leatherman Leap multi-purpose tool that was designed for users age nine and up. The multi-tool has a green, blue or red plastic casing with two screws, one on each handle of the tool. It consists of combination needlenose and regular pliers, wire cutters, wood saw, ruler, tweezers, soda bottle opener, optional 420HC (high carbon stainless steel) knife blade, scissors, phillips screwdriver, and small and medium slotted screwdrivers. The words Leatherman and Leap™ appear on one side of the multi-tool.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should not install the optional knife blade or should immediately stop using the multi-tool with the installed optional knife. Consumers should contact Leatherman for a free replacement multi-tool, including shipping.

Contact Information

Leatherman toll-free at (888) 212-2438 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.leatherman.com and click on Safety Recall under the Support section at the bottom of the page for more information.

Recall Details

Sold At
Bass Pro Shop, Cabela's and retailers nationwide, including knife and sporting goods online stores, from August 2014 through September 2014 for about $54.
Injuries
None.
Manufacturer
Leatherman Tool Group, Inc., of Portland, Ore.
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
15035

Product Information

Product Name
Leatherman® Leap™ multi-tool
Product Type
Tools and Hardware
Number of Units
About 8,000 in the U.S. and 400 in Canada
Manufacturer Name
Leatherman Tool Group, Inc., of Portland, Ore.
Manufactured In
United States

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (888) 212-2438
Website www.leatherman.com
Full Contact Information

Leatherman toll-free at (888) 212-2438 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.leatherman.com and click on Safety Recall under the Support section at the bottom of the page for more information.