The Gerson Company Glass Vases recall: Laceration Hazard
The Gerson Company Recalls Glass Vases Due to Laceration Hazard
Why was The Gerson Company Glass Vases recalled?
The glass vases can break or fracture, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the recalled vase and discard them immediately. Contact the firm for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact Gerson toll-free at (877) 461-6298 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.gersoncompany.com or email to [email protected]
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 lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.
Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?
UPC: 037916889603
- Product
- 20" Glass Vases
- Company
- The Gerson Company, of Olathe, Kan.
- Quantity
- About 203,000 in the U.S. and 9,000 in Canada
- Sold at
- Michael's stores nationwide and in Canada from July 2006 through March 2010 for about $15.
- Recall date
- September 21, 2010
- Incidents / injuries
- The firm has received nine reports of the vase shattering, including nine reports of lacerations to the hands.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled vases are made of clear glass and stand about 4" wide x 20" tall. The SKU# 405334 and UPC: 0-37916-88960-3 are printed on a label on the bottom of the vase.