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InjuryJune 11, 2014CPSC #14204

Bubble Knobs Recalled by Cost Plus Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Cost Plus World Market and World Market Stores

Brand
Unknown
Product
Doors & Door Knobs
Units affected
251,400
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

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.

Hazard

The knobs can break and expose sharp pieces of glass, posing a risk of laceration to the consumer.

Injuries

The firm has received five reports of broken knobs resulting in five reports of hand and/or finger lacerations.

Made in

India

Where it was sold

  • Cost Plus World Market and World Market stores nationwide from October 2010 to April 2014 for between $2 and $4.

Photos

Cost Plus World Market Glass Clear Bubble KnobsCost Plus World Market Glass Blue Bubble KnobsCost Plus World Market Glass Amethyst Bubble KnobsCost Plus World Market Glass Green Bubble Knobs
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