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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 02522

Knife Block Set

Published October 30, 2025 · Recall initiated: February 21, 2002

What's the hazard

The longest knife in the set when inserted "blade side-up" can protrude through the bottom of the knife block, presenting a risk of laceration injuries to consumers, when the block is carried.

What to do

Consumers should make sure all knives are inserted "blade side down" and NOT move the block until they contact Cutco for information on this repair. Consumers will receive a brass plate to install on the bottom of the knife block to prevent the knives from protruding. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall, along with a repair kit.

Recall details

Brand
Cutco Cutlery Corporation, of Olean, N.Y.
Manufacturer
Cutco Cutlery Corporation, of Olean, N.Y.
Distributor
The Space Saver Set was sold nationwide, from August 1997 through October 2001, for about $350.
Country
US
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