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Product recall · CPSCJune 11, 2014Serious
Bubble Knobs
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The knobs can break and expose sharp pieces of glass, posing a risk of laceration to the consumer.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the glass knobs and return them to any Cost Plus World Market or World Market store for a full refund.
Who to contact: Cost Plus Management Services Inc. toll-free at (877) 967-5362 from 7 a.m. to midnight ET daily or online at www.worldmarket.com and click on "Product Recalls" for more information.
The product
This recall involves glass bubble knobs used on cabinet doors and drawers. The knobs were sold in two sizes and six colors including: blue, amethyst, pink, green, smoke and clear. The larger knobs are about 1.25 inches in diameter. The smaller knobs are about .75 inches in diameter. The glass knobs are attached to bronze-colored hardware.
Details
- Units affected
- About 251,400
- Recall date
- June 11, 2014
- Made or distributed by
- Cost Plus Management Services Inc., of Oakland, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received five reports of broken knobs resulting in five reports of hand and/or finger lacerations.
Cost Plus World Market and World Market stores nationwide from October 2010 to April 2014 for between $2 and $4.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Bubble Knobs Recalled by Cost Plus Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Cost Plus World Market and World Market Stores”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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