CPSC2008-09-30
IKEA Recalls to Repair Chest of Drawers Due to Laceration Hazard
IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.
Hazard
The glass drawer knobs on the chest can break either during assembly or in use, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should protect their hands and carefully remove the glass knobs. Contact IKEA to receive free replacement knobs and screws by mail.
Sold at
IKEA stores nationwide from August 2007 through July 2008 for about $300.
Affected count
About 5,000 (an additional 26,000 were sold outside of the U.S.)
Injuries reported
IKEA has received three reports of laceration injuries requiring medical attention. An additional 11 injuries occurred outside of the U.S.
Manufactured in
Denmark
Products
KVIBY Chests
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ikea-usa.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/IKEA-Recalls-to-Repair-Chest-of-Drawers-Due-to-Laceration-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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