Recalls / 2016-11-02
Pier 1 Imports Recalls Glass Knobs Due to Laceration Hazard
17026 · Recalled 2016-11-02 · CPSC page
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.
Hazards
The glass knobs can break while in use, posing a risk of laceration to users from broken glass pieces.
Reported injuries
Pier 1 Imports has received seven reports of injuries as a result of glass knobs breaking during installation or while in use.
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.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Glass knobs | About 140,000 units in the U.S. (in addition, about 17,600 units sold in Canada) |
Parties
- Importer
- Pier 1 Imports, of Fort Worth, Texas
- Made in
- India
- Sold at
- Pier 1 Imports, online at www.pier1.com, $7.
Consumer contact
Pier 1 Imports toll-free at 855-513-5140 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Saturday or 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Sunday, or online at www.pier1.com and click on "Product Notes & Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Source: CPSC recall 17026. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.