Pier 1 Imports Recalls Glassware Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 07182 · announced May 8, 2007 · Pier 1 Imports · 180,000 units affected
The product
The recalled glassware pieces involve large and small tumblers, goblets and margaritas. The bottom half of the tumblers is red and the top half is orange. The bottom of the margaritas and the goblets is clear and the top is red and orange.
The hazard
The glassware can crack or break unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
The firm is no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Pier 1 Imports has received 17 reports of glassware that cracked or broke. One injury, involving minor cuts from broken glass, has been reported.
Sold at: Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide, on its Web site (www.pier1.com), and in their April 2007 catalog from January 2007 through April 2007 for about $6 each.
Consumer contact: The firm is out of business. Call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.