Calphalon knives

13 reports to CPSC, the latest made Feb 4, 2021. A report isn’t a recall.

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13reports to CPSC
Feb 4, 2021the latest report was made
Feb 23, 2017the earliest
12with the company’s comments

Brand: Calphalon
Maker: Newell Rubbermaid Inc.Makers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product: KnivesCPSC’s product type: Knives, Not Elsewhere Classified (code 464), in Kitchen: Knives & Slicers

Other ways the reports write the brand (1)

“Caphalon”

By month

2 reports from March 2020 to February 2021; the most in February 2021, 1. 11 earlier reports, since February 2017, are in the table.

The numbers, as a table

Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
Month	Reports
February 2021	1
June 2020	1
April 2019	1
January 2018	1
September 2017	1
May 2017	1
February 2017	7

How badly anyone was hurt

First aid 5 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
No one hurt 8 CPSC: Incident, No Injury

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.

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No one hurt
Made Feb 4, 2021, sent to the company Mar 4, 2021, published by CPSC Mar 18, 2021

The product, in the report: I have the series listed as recall on your website, the entire set. When I called regarding the 8” no one ever indicated the series was recalled. Actually I sent photos and documentation as requested and they just stopped communicating with me,

I have the knives listed recall. Was not aware off the recall but had a knife of this set that broke, no one ever mentioned this series as recall. I have contacted Calphalon numerous times with documentation on the one knife only to find the entire set is faulty. They reached out to me once and stopped communication. This process started over a month ago.

Model
Calphalon knife series
UPC
Unavailable
Serial number
1808008 through Knsro102c
Bought from
Best Buy, New Mexico
Bought
May 1, 2016
Where
Rio Rancho, New Mexico: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Unspecified
As this report names them
Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(3/24/2021) Newell Rubbermaid Inc.: We are in receipt of your notification dated March 4, 2021, providing consumer complaint information concerning an incident reportedly associated with a product sold by Calphalon Corporation (“Calphalon”).
The knives described in Consumer Product Incident Report #20210204-377D2-2147366069, was previously recalled by Calphalon due to a laceration hazard. The recall was issued on February 22, 2017 by U.S. CPSC Recall Notice #17-092.

CPSC report 20210204-377D2-2147366069. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jun 2, 2020, sent to the company Jun 18, 2020, published by CPSC Jul 2, 2020

The product, in the report: Calphalon 3.5” paring knife Model 0865014

Calphalon paring knife broke while slicing semi-soft cheese. The metal blade broke where it meets the handle. I am reporting this because this is the 3rd knife from my Calphalon Comtemporary 17 piece knife block which has broken in this manner. The other 2 knives have been replaced per Calphalon’s warranty. I have reported this 3rd broken knife to Calphalon. The knives are all hand washed after each use, are not soaked in water and no chemicals are used on them. I feel these knives are unsafe and pose a danger to consumers.

Model
0865014
Bought from
Bed Bath and Beyond
Bought
May 1, 2013, about then
Where
Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(7/1/2020) Newell Rubbermaid Inc.: We are in receipt of your notification dated June 18, 2020, providing consumer complaint information concerning an incident reportedly associated with a product sold by Calphalon Corporation (“Calphalon”).
The knives described in Consumer Product Incident Report #20200602-C8AC3-2147371948, was previously recalled by Calphalon due to a laceration hazard. The recall was issued on February 22, 2017 by U.S. CPSC Recall Notice #17-092.

CPSC report 20200602-C8AC3-2147371948. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Apr 28, 2019, sent to the company May 7, 2019, published by CPSC May 28, 2019

The product, in the report: 17 piece Calphalon knife set given to me at bridal shower which was June 2016. Was purchased from Macy’s in Rhode island.

My husband was using the chef knife from our Calphalon knife set that we received in June of 2015 as a wedding gift and as using to slice a calzone the blade dismantled from the handle completely and flew backwards. I have never seen this happen with any knife I’ve used in the past. While looking into this knife set it looks as if there was a recall I was not aware of in 2017. I’m nervous to use any of the other larger knives in this set after seeing no sign this would happen with this one.

Bought
Jun 1, 2016, about then
Where
Stratford, Connecticut: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 30, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(5/21/2019) Newell Rubbermaid Inc.: We are in receipt of your notification dated May 7, 2019, 2018, providing consumer complaint information concerning an incident reportedly associated with a product sold by Calphalon Corporation (“Calphalon”).
The knife-set product described in Consumer Product Incident Report #20190428-A6D40-2147381354, was previously recalled by Calphalon due to a laceration hazard. The recall was issued on February 22, 2017 by U.S. CPSC Recall Notice #17-092 (see attachment.)

CPSC report 20190428-A6D40-2147381354. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Jan 7, 2018, sent to the company Apr 9, 2018, published by CPSC Apr 23, 2018

The product, in the report: Calphalon 4-1/2 in Parer knife.

On December 20, 2017, I was using a 4-1/2 inch Parer knife made from Calphalon to cut pears. The knife broke at the handle and just missed cutting my fingers. This was part of a set that was given to me as a gift about one year ago. I had contacted Calphalon back in March to possibly replace this set of knives based on recalls that the company stated had this exact problem. I sent the knives back, only to have them returned to me with a message saying they were not affected by the recall. When I once again contacted the company on December 20, after this incident happened, I sent them photos of what the knife looked like after it broke and explained that if one of their knives can break like this when slicing something as soft as pears, it should be on the recall list. I never heard back from them. I tried two more times to contact them to try to rectify the situation, in hopes of getting the knife replaced and for the company to investigate whether this knife is a safety concern. Again, I never heard back from them. In my last email to them (December 29, 2017) I explained that I would be contacting you. It also should be noted that Calphalon has stated on their web site that no matter how their knives are used, they should not break at the handle. The model number on this knife is 0862516. I can send you the pictures I sent Calphalon if you would like them. It is my hope that this product can be investigated as a potential safety hazard.

Model
0862516
Where
Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 49, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(4/27/2018) Newell Rubbermaid Inc.: We are in receipt of your notification dated April 9, 2018, providing consumer complaint information concerning an incident reportedly associated with a product sold by Calphalon Corporation (“Calphalon”).
The parer knife product described in Consumer Product Incident Report #20180107-08BF8-2147393926, was previously recalled by Calphalon due to a laceration hazard. The recall was issued on February 22, 2017 by U.S. CPSC Recall Notice #17-092 (see attachment.)

CPSC report 20180107-08BF8-2147393926. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Sep 11, 2017, sent to the company Sep 19, 2017, published by CPSC Oct 10, 2017

The product, in the report: Calphalon 7” Santoku Knife

A Calphalon 7” Santoku knife broke while I was cutting a meatloaf. The blade lacerated my right index finger at the first knuckle. I checked online and found a recall for this knife and several others.

Model
Calphalon 7” Santoku Knife
Bought from
Bed Bath & Beyond, Michigan
Bought
Jun 7, 2014, about then
Where
Gowen, Michigan: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 65, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(9/27/2017) Newell Rubbermaid Inc.: We are in receipt of your notification dated September 19, 2017, providing consumer complaint information concerning an incident reportedly associated with a product sold by Calphalon Corporation (“Calphalon”).
The 7” Santoku knife product described in Consumer Product Incident Report #20170911-9315F-2147397519, was previously recalled by Calphalon due to a laceration hazard. The recall was issued on February 22, 2017 by U.S. CPSC Recall Notice #17-092 (see attachment.)

CPSC report 20170911-9315F-2147397519. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made May 3, 2017, sent to the company May 11, 2017, published by CPSC May 25, 2017

The product, in the report: Calphalon 7” Santoku knife

Prepping vegetables when knife fell apart, flinging the blade to the floor and cutting the top of my foot.

Model
0860711
Where
Healdsburg, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 49, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(5/18/2017) Newell Rubbermaid Inc.: We are in receipt of your notification dated May 11, 2017, providing consumer complaint information concerning an incident reportedly associated with a product sold by the Calphalon Corporation (“Calphalon”).
The 7” knife product described in Consumer Product Incident Report #20170503-E9B03-2147403808, was previously recalled by Calphalon due to a laceration hazard. The recall was issued on February 22, 2017 by U.S. CPSC Recall Notice #17-092 (see attachment.)

CPSC report 20170503-E9B03-2147403808. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Feb 26, 2017, sent to the company Mar 9, 2017, published by CPSC Mar 30, 2017

The product, in the report: Block knife set approximately 9”x14” 8” chef knife 8” slicer 7” santoku 8” bread 4 1/2 “ parer 6” utility scissors and 8 steak knives

During the use of the calphalon knife the tip of the 4 1/2” parer knife broke. These knives were expensive and not worth the money. I have been very disappointed in them. Not sharp at some parts of the blades and then sharp at other parts causing me to cut my fingers several times.

Model
I don’t know
Bought from
Amazon.com
Where
Eufaula, Oklahoma: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 57, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(5/3/2017) Newell Rubbermaid Inc.: We are in receipt of your notification dated March 9, 2017, providing consumer complaint information concerning an incident reportedly associated with a product sold by Calphalon Corporation (“Calphalon”).
The block knife set product described in Consumer Product Incident Report # 20170226-3291F-2147405688 was previously recalled by Calphalon due to a laceration hazard. The recall was issued on February 22, 2017 by U.S. CPSC Recall Notice #17-092 (see attachment.)

CPSC report 20170226-3291F-2147405688. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 25, 2017, sent to the company Mar 9, 2017, published by CPSC Mar 30, 2017

The product, in the report: Calphalon 6”chef knife individually sold serial number 0863115

Knife broke when my husband was using it. A chunk of the blade broke off.

Model
6”chef
Serial number
0863115
Bought from
Gift
Bought
Dec 1, 2016, about then
Where
Lauderhill, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 46, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
My Spouse
As this report names them
Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(4/18/2017) Newell Rubbermaid Inc.: We are in receipt of your notification dated March 9, 2017, providing consumer complaint information concerning an incident reportedly associated with a product sold by Calphalon Corporation (“Calphalon”). Based on the information provided regarding a chef knife, Calphalon does not believe that the specific product concerns identified in CPSC report #20170225-5B19D-2147405738 contains any defect that presents a substantial product hazard or unreasonable risk of serious injury or death. However, Calphalon will conduct a further evaluation of this reported issue and take necessary action as deemed appropriate. (4/26/2017) Newell Rubbermaid Inc.: CORRECTED: We are in receipt of your notification dated March 9, 2017, providing consumer complaint information concerning an incident reportedly associated with a product sold by Calphalon Corporation (“Calphalon”).
The 6” chef knife product described in Consumer Product Incident Report #20170225-5B19D-2147405738, was previously recalled by Calphalon due to a laceration hazard. The recall was issued on February 22, 2017 by U.S. CPSC Recall Notice #17-092.

CPSC report 20170225-5B19D-2147405738. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Feb 24, 2017, sent to the company Mar 17, 2017, published by CPSC Apr 7, 2017

The product, in the report: Calphalon Contemporary Cutlery 5-inch Santoku Knife

Knife blade broke off from handle while cutting vegetables.

Bought from
Amazon
Bought
Apr 29, 2011
Where
Raleigh, North Carolina: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 28, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

CPSC report 20170224-6B140-2147405771. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
First aid
Made Feb 24, 2017, sent to the company Mar 17, 2017, published by CPSC Apr 7, 2017

The product, in the report: Calphalon Contemporary 8” Chef’s Knife

While making dinner and slicing chicken, the blade on my 8” chef’s knife came detached and I sliced my finger.

Model
Contemporary Cutlery
Bought from
Bed, Bath & Beyond
Bought
Jun 13, 2015, about then
Where
Lagrangeville, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 28, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(5/3/2017) Newell Rubbermaid Inc.: We are in receipt of your notification dated March 17, 2017, providing consumer complaint information concerning an incident reportedly associated with a product sold by Calphalon Corporation (“Calphalon”).
The block knife set product described in Consumer Product Incident Report #20170224-B5E55-2147405784 was previously recalled by Calphalon due to a laceration hazard. The recall was issued on February 22, 2017 by U.S. CPSC Recall Notice #17-092 (see attachment.)

CPSC report 20170224-B5E55-2147405784. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 24, 2017, sent to the company Mar 23, 2017, published by CPSC Apr 6, 2017

The product, in the report: 8” Chef’s Knife. Caphalon brand

I know that the Caphalon knives have already been recalled but I thought I should report my incident before I returned the knife. I did not know this was something that should have been reported when it happened. I was using an 8” Chef’s Knife to cut vegetables when the tip broke off. There were no injuries.

Model
Caphalon 8” Chef’s Knife
Serial number
none
Bought from
Bed, Bath and Beyond, Missouri
Bought
Feb 1, 2012, about then
Where
Joplin, United States: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 45, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Caphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(5/11/2017) Newell Rubbermaid Inc.: We are in receipt of your notification dated March 23, 2017, providing consumer complaint information concerning an incident reportedly associated with a product sold by Calphalon Corporation (“Calphalon”). The 8” chef’s knife product described in Consumer Product Incident Report # 20170224-F1568-2147405775, was previously recalled by Calphalon due to a laceration hazard. The recall was issued on February 22, 2017 by U.S. CPSC Recall Notice #17-092 (see attachment.)

CPSC report 20170224-F1568-2147405775. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 23, 2017, sent to the company Mar 24, 2017, published by CPSC Apr 14, 2017

The product, in the report: Calphalon 17 piece set, it was the paring knife that split

I was slicing fruit/veggies with the paring knife when the metal blade snapped in half and fell to the floor, nearly stabbing me in the foot. It was so surprising because it was a clean break and was not expected at all.

Model
Calphalon 17 piece set/paring knife
Bought from
Bed Bath & Beyond, New York
Bought
Jan 1, 2014, about then
Where
Penfield, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 28, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Calphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(5/11/2017) Newell Rubbermaid Inc.: We are in receipt of your notification dated March 24, 2017, providing consumer complaint information concerning an incident reportedly associated with a product sold by Calphalon Corporation (“Calphalon”). The knife block set product described in Consumer Product Incident Report #20170223-9F673-2147405842, was previously recalled by Calphalon due to a laceration hazard. The recall was issued on February 22, 2017 by U.S. CPSC Recall Notice #17-092 (see attachment.)

CPSC report 20170223-9F673-2147405842. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Feb 23, 2017, sent to the company Mar 9, 2017, published by CPSC Mar 30, 2017

The product, in the report: Contemporary Cutlery Knives

I purchased a Caphlon Cutlery set, knives. I was using one and the handle just broke right off. I have been meaning to contact someone regarding this, but didn’t know where to start.

Bought from
Gettington.com or Overstock.com
Bought
Feb 1, 2016
Where
Highland, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 56, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Caphalon, made or sold by Newell Rubbermaid Inc.
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(5/3/2017) Newell Rubbermaid Inc.: We are in receipt of your notification dated March 9, 2017, providing consumer complaint information concerning an incident reportedly associated with a product sold by Calphalon Corporation (“Calphalon”).
The cutlery knife product described in Consumer Product Incident Report #20170223-E2250-2147405843 was previously recalled by Calphalon due to a laceration hazard. The recall was issued on February 22, 2017 by U.S. CPSC Recall Notice #17-092 (see attachment.)

CPSC report 20170223-E2250-2147405843. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov

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