CPSC Recall in 2023: Positec Recalls Blue Ridge Utility Knives Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2023.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 23-200

Date: May 11, 2023

Product Name: Blue Ridge utility knives

Recall Description:

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.

Hazard Description:

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

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 36,250

Incidents:

The firm has received two reports of the blade protruding in the original packaging, both resulting in laceration injuries.

Sold At:

Exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at www.target.com from August 2022 through February 2023 for about $5.

Manufactured In:

China