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Medium RiskCPSC
Tools & Hardware/Hand Tools

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

Agency Publication Date: November 20, 2014
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Summary

Leatherman is recalling approximately 8,000 Leap™ multi-purpose tools designed for children aged nine and up. The locking mechanism on the tool's optional knife blade can fail, allowing the blade to close or release unexpectedly during use. These multi-tools feature plastic casings in green, blue, or red and were sold at Bass Pro Shop, Cabela's, and other retailers nationwide between August and September 2014 for about $54. While no injuries have been reported, Leatherman is offering a free replacement tool to all affected consumers.

Risk

The internal lock designed to hold the optional knife blade in place can fail, causing the blade to move or release unexpectedly. This creates a serious risk of deep cuts (lacerations) to the user's hands or fingers during operation.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your multi-tool to see if it is a Leatherman Leap™ model with a green, blue, or red plastic casing and the words 'Leatherman' and 'Leap™' printed on one side.
  2. If you have the optional knife blade installed, stop using it immediately and remove it if safe to do so.
  3. If you have not yet installed the optional knife blade, do not install it.
  4. Contact Leatherman toll-free at (888) 212-2438 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday to arrange for a free replacement multi-tool, including free shipping.
  5. You can also visit www.leatherman.com and click on 'Safety Recall' under the Support section at the bottom of the page for more information and to start the replacement process.
  6. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional questions about this recall.

Your Remedy Options

📋Replace

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: 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.

Affected Products

Product: Leatherman® Leap™ multi-tool
Date Ranges: August 2014 - September 2014

Product Images

Recalled Leatherman Leap multi-tool

Recalled Leatherman Leap multi-tool

Recalled Leatherman Leap multi-tool

Recalled Leatherman Leap multi-tool

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 15035
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc., of Portland, Ore.
Sold By: Bass Pro Shop, Cabela's and retailers nationwide, including knife and sporting goods online stores, from August 2014 through September 2014 for about $54.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: About 8,000 in the U.S. and 400 in Canada
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: 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.
Agency Last Updated: January 6, 2015

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response