Calphalon has recalled over 2 million of its Contemporary Cutlery knives after 27 customer injuries have been reported.
The knives' blades are allegedly breaking from the handle, causing users to cut themselves — some wounds have even required stitches. Knives affected by the recall were sold between August 2008 and December 2016 and include the following item numbers: 1808008, 1808009, 1821332, 1922890, 1922971, 1922976, 1932810, KNR0005C, KNR0007C, KNR10045C, KNR4008C, KNSR002C, and KNSR0102C. All knives affected have the Calphalon name embossed on the blade.
The knives were sold at J.C. Penney, Kohl's, Macy's and other stores nationwide and online.
Click here to find out if your knives are affected — if they are, the company will send you a free return kit which includes instructions, special packaging and a prepaid return label for your shipping knives. You should receive the kit between 1-2 weeks after requesting one.
Once Calphalon receives your returned knives, they'll send you new ones. You'll have to wait 4-6 weeks for your new set — so here's to hoping you have a few spares in the meantime.
If you have any questions, or if you'd prefer to your return your knives over the phone, the company requests that you contact their customer service department at 1-800-809-7267.
[h/t Nola
