Cost Plus World Market Recalls Modular Storage Bars Due to Injury Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2014-10-30). Hazards: fall, injury. About 7,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 15017 |
| Published | 2014-10-30 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-06 |
| Product category | Wall Mounting Units |
| Products | Modular Storage Bars |
| Firm named in the title | Cost Plus World Market |
| Firms | Cost Plus Management Services Inc., of Oakland, Calif. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Hong Kong |
| Units (US) | 7,000 |
| Hazard classes | fall, injury |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Cost Plus World Market and World Market stores nationwide and online at www.worldmarket.com from June 2014 through August 2014 for between about $20 and $25. |
Description
The recall includes wall-mounted storage bars made of medium-density fiberboard with an oak wood finish that allow hanging storage accessories to be attached. The storage bars were sold in two sizes; long and short. The long bar is 36 inches in length and the short bar is 23.5 inches in length. The accessories are sold separately and include items such as a black metal mesh basket, key hooks and S-hooks. The storage bars have SKU numbers 491996 (long) and 491997 (short) printed on the UPC sticker attached to the product packaging. There are no identifying labels on the product itself.
Hazard
When weight is applied to the storage bar, the screws holding the mounting plate can pull out of the bar allowing the storage bar to fall, posing an injury hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the storage bars and return them to any Cost Plus World Market or World Market store for a free replacement.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received one report of a short storage bar pulling away from the wall. No injuries have been reported.
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