[Recalled] Drawer knobs in solid glass – "KVIBY" — The product poses a risk of cuts and laceration injuries to the hand should the… | EU…
A safety authority has issued a recall or warning for this item. The confirmed facts from the source notice are laid out below.
Recall details
| Product | Drawer knobs in solid glass – "KVIBY" |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | IKEA |
| Category | Furniture |
| Issuing authority | EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) |
| Reference | 1109/08 |
| Country of notice | Sweden |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Cuts, Injuries |
| Notice date | 10 October 2008 |
Why it was recalled
According to the EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) notice, the identified hazard is: The product poses a risk of cuts and laceration injuries to the hand should the glass drawer knob break. This could occur due to over-tightening of the screw fitting used to fix the drawer knob to the drawer front, either during assembly or normal use.14 incidents have been reported worldwide.
This recall concerns Furniture products distributed in Sweden and was recorded by EU Safety Gate (RAPEX). Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
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