MEDIA RELEASE
Name of product:
Glass knobs
Hazard:
The glass knobs can break while in use, posing a risk of laceration to users from broken pieces.
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.
Units:
About 363,000 units in the U.S. (in addition, about 41,000 units in Canada)
Description:
This recall involves Pier 1 Imports glass knobs commonly used with dressers, cabinets and small drawers. The decorative glass knobs have a metal stem affixed to one side and were sold in 26 styles.
Incidents/Injuries:
Pier 1 Imports has received six reports of incidents including two laceration injuries from a broken glass knob.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glass knobs and return them to any Pier 1 Imports store for a full refund or a merchandise credit.
Sold Exclusively At:
Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide and online at www.Pier1.com from August 2010 to February 2016 for between $5 and $14.
Importer(s):
Pier 1 Imports, of Fort Worth, Texas
Manufactured In:
India
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