Pier 1 Imports Recalls Glass Knobs Due to Laceration Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-11-02). Hazards: laceration. About 140,000 units in the US and 17,600 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 17026 |
| Published | 2016-11-02 |
| Last updated | 2016-11-02 |
| Products | Glass knobs |
| Firm named in the title | Pier 1 Imports |
| Firms | Pier 1 Imports, of Fort Worth, Texas (importer) |
| Manufactured in | India |
| Units (US) | 140,000 |
| Units (Canada) | 17,600 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide and online at www.pier1.com from September 2011 through October 2016 for between $6 and $7. |
Description
This recall involves Pier 1 Imports Basic, Kira and Facets glass knobs commonly used with dressers, cabinets and small drawers. The glass knobs have a metal stem affixed to one side and were sold in seven colors: clear, teal, pink, green, aquamarine, champagne and silver. No other decorative knobs are included in this recall.
Hazard
The glass knobs can break while in use, posing a risk of laceration to users from broken glass pieces.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glass knobs and return them to any Pier 1 Imports store for a full refund or merchandise credit.
Incidents and injuries
Pier 1 Imports has received seven reports of injuries as a result of glass knobs breaking during installation or while in use.
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