IKEA Recalls Wardrobe Mirror Doors Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 12026 · announced November 1, 2011 · Ikea North America Service · 1,700 units affected
The product
This recall involves a wardrobe door with full-length glass mirror with model number 101-604-51, supplier number 12650 and production weeks 1039 through 1048 (YYWW). The product name "PAX AURLAND" and "IKEA" and production week are printed on the rear of the mirror door on the lower edge. The mirror door is made of foil-coated particleboard and the mirror of glass. The mirror is secured with metal fastenings at top and bottom. The mirror door measures about 19½ inches wide, 93 inches high and 7/8 inches thick.
The hazard
The mirror glass can detach unexpectedly from the wardrobe door, fall and shatter, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately contact their local IKEA store for instructions on returning the mirror wardrobe door for a free replacement door. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): IKEA has received reports of 14 incidents, including one minor injury in Europe. No incidents have been reported in the U.S. or Canada.
Sold at: IKEA stores nationwide from October 2010 through September 2011 for about $60.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's website 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.