CPSC recall 11182
Gerber® Gator® Combo Axe
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-04-27
On 2016-04-27 the CPSC announced a recall of Gerber® Gator® Combo Axe by Gerber Legendary Blades, citing the knife in the axe handle can come out when the axe is used for chopping or hammering, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11182 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2011-03-23 |
| Published | 2016-04-27 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Gerber Legendary Blades |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Gerber® Gator® Combo Axe | This recall involves the Gerber Gator Combo Axe, which has a 7-inch knife in the hollow axe handle. The axe is approximately 8.75 inches long with an axe head that is 4.75 inches x 2.7 inches. The axe handle is marked with the "Gerber" trademark. The Gerber Combo Axe II, which holds a saw in a longer axe handle, is not included in this recall.
Reason
The knife in the axe handle can come out when the axe is used for chopping or hammering, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Gerber-Legendary-Blades-Recalls-Combo-Axe-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard
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