CPSC Recall in 2019: Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Gordon Folding Knives Due to Laceration Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 20-006

Date: October 04, 2019

Product Name: Gordon Folding Knives

Recall Description:

This recall involves Gordon brand folding knives. The knife is stainless steel with black metal on the handle and five cutouts on each side of the handle. The knife measures about 3-inches. The knife also has a silver-colored metal belt clip attached to the back of the handle. “China” is printed on one side and “Stainless Steel” is printed on the other side of the knife blade.    

Hazard Description:

The locking mechanism can fail to engage on extension of the blade, posing a laceration hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 1.1 million

Incidents:

Harbor Freight Tools has received seven reports of the knife failing to lock, resulting in six reports of laceration injuries, including four that required medical attention.

Sold At:

Harbor Freight Tools stores nationwide, by telephone, and online at www.harborfreight.com from July 2008 through July 2019 for about $5.

Manufactured In:

China