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Puma-tec machete — cuts risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskCutsJul 3, 2009

Hazard

The product poses a risk of cuts because the hollow pin passing through the end of the handle, used to secure the handle to the blade tang, is missing. Thus, the blade can come loose during use.

Measures taken

  • Voluntary recall from consumers by the manufacturer — Other

Product description

Machete or cutting knife with plastic handle, available with various types of metal blade.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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