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CPSC source record The recalled utility knife can become unlocked and Ongoing

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

Recall Date: 2023-05-11 Recalling Firm: Positec USA Inc., of Charlotte, North Carolina Record Ref: 9620

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This CPSC record concerns Positec Recalls Blue Ridge Utility Knives Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target and names Positec USA Inc., of Charlotte, North Carolina as the recalling firm. Use the source fields below to narrow the match, then verify the exact item and current remedy on the issuing-agency page.

  • Firm: Positec USA Inc., of Charlotte, North Carolina
  • Classification: The recalled utility knife can become unlocked and
  • Status: Ongoing
  • Recall date: 2023-05-11
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Product Description & Identification

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.

Reason for Recall / Hazard Identified

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

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Consumer Action Recorded in the Source

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.. Positec toll-free at 855-516-3557 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, email at utilitykniferecall@blueridgetools.com or online at www.blueridgetools.com/utilitykniferecall or www.blueridgetools.com and click on "Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information.

Distribution & Affected States

Nationwide retail and online distribution

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Issuing agency
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Source ID
9620
Indexed update
2026-07-27 11:37:09 UTC
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