CPSC Recall in 2016: Pier 1 Imports Recalls Glass Knobs Due to Laceration Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2016.

Data Source: CPSC.
Recall Number: 17-026
Date: November 02, 2016
Product Name: Glass knobs
Recall Description:

This recall involves Pier 1 Imports Basic, Kira and Facets glass knobs commonly used with dressers, cabinets and small drawers. The glass knobs have a metal stem affixed to one side and were sold in seven colors: clear, teal, pink, green, aquamarine, champagne and silver. No other decorative knobs are included in this recall.

Hazard Description:

The glass knobs can break while in use, posing a risk of laceration to users from broken glass pieces.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 140,000 units in the U.S. (in addition, about 17,600 units sold in Canada)
Incidents:

Pier 1 Imports has received seven reports of injuries as a result of glass knobs breaking during installation or while in use.

Sold At:

Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide and online at www.pier1.com from September 2011 through October 2016 for between $6 and $7.

Manufactured In:

India