CPSC Recall in 2012: GU Hardware Recalls Window Fittings Due to Injury Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2012.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 13-050

Date: November 27, 2012

Product Name: Window Fittings: Tilt-turn Stay Arms and Side-hung Sash Hinges

Recall Description:

The tilt-turn stay arm and side-hung sash hinge adjustable window fittings can break. This can cause the window to fall.

Hazard Description:

The window fittings can break. This can cause the window to fall, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 5,000

Incidents:

G-U Hardware has received two reports from the Far East of windows falling, including one report of a broken thumb. There have been no incidents reported in the U.S.

Sold At:

G-U Hardware sold the recalled window fittings directly to hardware wholesalers and window manufacturers nationwide from October 2002 to December 2011 for between $7 and $26.

Manufactured In:

Turkey