CPSC, Leifheit International USA Announce Recall of Apple Slicer/Corer
Source: CPSC Recall #02239
Recall Date
2002-08-29
Manufacturer
Leifheit International USA Inc., of Melville, N.Y.
Units Affected
About 31,000
Products Involved
Apple Slicer/Corer
Hazard
The cutting blade can separate from the center-coring ring during use, causing cuts to consumers' hands and fingers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these apple slicers/corers immediately and return them to either the place of purchase or the company. Consumers will have their choice of receiving a replacement or a refund.
Reported Injuries
Leifheit has received two reports of the blades separating, resulting in minor cuts to the user's fingers.
Sold At
Houseware and gourmet cooking stores sold the slicers/corers nationwide, from January 2001 to July 2002, for about $18.
Full Recall Description
The recall includes Pro Line apple slicers/corers. The slicers/corers are made of shiny chrome metal with two handles. "Leifheit" is printed on the top of one handle. A symbol code on the underside of the slicer/corer shows a number and dot sequence indicating the date of manufacture. Any product with a "1" or those with a "2" accompanied by one or two dots are included in the recall.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28