The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·05573·Announced 2005-05-12

PBteen Recalls Glass Drawer Knobs on Chez Moi Furniture Collection

PBteen is recalling glass drawer knobs on the Chez Moi Furniture Collection because they can break and cause lacerations. Consumers will receive free acrylic replacements.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury (lacerations) has been reported, but no deaths or serious injuries are noted, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for reported injuries without fatalities.

Plain-English summary

PBteen is recalling glass drawer knobs used on the Chez Moi Furniture Collection. The recall involves approximately 28,000 units of the knobs, which were sold nationwide through the PBteen catalog and website. The affected furniture includes model numbers 6247795, 6247811, 6247787, 6247761, 6247779, and 6247803.

The glass knobs can break when over-tightened or when pressure is applied, exposing a sharp edge. PBteen has received 14 reports of individuals receiving lacerations from broken drawer knobs that were over-tightened during assembly.

PBteen is contacting consumers directly to provide acrylic replacement knobs at no cost. Consumers who believe they have the affected furniture can call PBteen at 1-866-472-3010 or visit their website at www.pbteen.com.

The recalled product

Product
Glass Knobs on Chez Moi Furniture Collection
Category
Consumer Product — Furniture Hardware
Hazard
Affected units
28,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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