IKEA Vases recall: Laceration Hazard
IKEA Recalls Vases Due to Laceration Hazard
Why was IKEA Vases recalled?
The base of these vases can break off unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should return the vase to their local IKEA store for a full refund. To avoid the risk of breakage and possible injury, handle the vase with care. Contact: For additional information, contact IKEA at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ikea-usa.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- PARODI Glass Floor Vases
- Company
- IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.
- Quantity
- About 110,000 nationwide (and about 767,000 more worldwide)
- Sold at
- IKEA stores exclusively nationwide from April 2004 through December 2006 for about $40.
- Recall date
- February 1, 2007
- Incidents / injuries
- IKEA has received 18 reports of these vases breaking, resulting in seven reports of injury.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled vases have thick black, white or clear glass walls. They stand about 28 inches high and weigh about 11 pounds. The base diameter is about 6 inches and the top diameter is about 9 inches. The IKEA logo and one of three article numbers are printed on the underside of the base. The article numbers are 201-102-34 (black), 501-121-99 (white) and 000-795-45 (clear).