CPSC, PBteen Announce Recall for Replacement of Glass Drawer Knobs
Recalled May 12, 2005 · CPSC recall 05573 · PBteen
Hazard
The glass knobs can break when over-tightened or when pressure is applied, exposing a sharp edge.
Remedy
PBteen is contacting consumers directly and providing acrylic replacement knobs at no cost to consumers. Consumers who believe they have the affected furniture can call PBteen.
Units
28,000
Incidents / injuries
PBteen has received 14 reports of individuals receiving lacerations from broken drawer knobs that were over-tightened during assembly.
Description
The glass knobs can be found on PBteen Chez Moi Furniture Collection, Model Numbers 6247795, 6247811, 6247811, 6247787, 6247761, 6247779, and 6247803.
What to do
PBteen is contacting consumers directly and providing acrylic replacement knobs at no cost to consumers. Consumers who believe they have the affected furniture can call PBteen.
Contact
Call PBteen at 1-866-472-3010, Sunday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. PT, or visit their Web site at www.pbteen.com
Product
Glass Knobs on Chez Moi Furniture Collection
Distributed by
PBteen, San Francisco, Calif.
Retailers
Sold only through PBteen catalog and Web site nationwide.
Made in
Taiwan
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →