CPSC Recall in 2023: Prime-Line Recalls Glass Doorknobs Due to Laceration Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 23-271

Date: August 31, 2023

Product Name: Glass Doorknobs

Recall Description:

This recall involves Prime-Line glass doorknobs sold under the Defender Security, Gate-House and Reliabilt brand names. The doorknobs all utilize fluted glass knobs and were sold in bronze, brass, satin nickel, matte black and chrome finishes. The following model numbers are included in this recall: E 2279; E 2279-L; E 2311; E 2317; E 2328; E 2496; E 2497; E 2536; E 2536-L; E 2537; E 2537-L, E 2750, and E 2797. The model number is printed on the top right side of the packaging.

Hazard Description:

The recalled glass doorknobs can crack and separate from the doorknob assembly, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 167,000 (In addition, about 10,265 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

The firm has received five reports of the recalled doorknobs breaking and causing laceration injuries requiring stitches.

Sold At:

Home improvement stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Wayfair.com and other websites from February 2022 through April 2023 for between $20 and $45.

Manufactured In:

China