IKEA Recalls to Repair Chest of Drawers Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 08414 · announced September 30, 2008 · Ikea Home Furnishings · 5,000 units affected
The product
The recalled KVIBY Chest is white with 4 drawers and 6 glass knobs. The recall includes chests with article number 201-080-90 and a date stamp of 0817 (first two digits indicate the year; the second two digits indicate the week) or earlier. The article number and date stamp are located on a label attached to the underside of the chest. KVIBY chests with a date stamp of 0818 and later have improved replacement knobs and screws and are not included in the recall.
The hazard
The glass drawer knobs on the chest can break either during assembly or in use, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should protect their hands and carefully remove the glass knobs. Contact IKEA to receive free replacement knobs and screws by mail.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): IKEA has received three reports of laceration injuries requiring medical attention. An additional 11 injuries occurred outside of the U.S.
Sold at: IKEA stores nationwide from August 2007 through July 2008 for about $300.
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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.