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IKEA Recalls to Repair Chest of Drawers Due to Laceration Hazard

Recall 08-414 · September 30, 2008 · IKEA

What to doConsumers should protect their hands and carefully remove the glass knobs. Contact IKEA to receive free replacement knobs and screws by mail.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
08-414 (CPSC)
Recall date
September 30, 2008
Brand
IKEA
Category
Furniture and home
Products
KVIBY Chests
Hazard
Laceration Hazard
Hazard type
Laceration and cuts
Units
About 5,000 (an additional 26,000 were sold outside of the U.S.)
Made in
Denmark
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

The recalled KVIBY Chest is white with 4 drawers and 6 glass knobs. The recall includes chests with article number 201-080-90 and a date stamp of 0817 (first two digits indicate the year; the second two digits indicate the week) or earlier. The article number and date stamp are located on a label attached to the underside of the chest. KVIBY chests with a date stamp of 0818 and later have improved replacement knobs and screws and are not included in the recall.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • KVIBY Chests · About 5,000 (an additional 26,000 were sold outside of the U.S.) units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: IKEA stores nationwide from August 2007 through July 2008 for about $300.; IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa..

Injuries or incidents reported

IKEA has received three reports of laceration injuries requiring medical attention. An additional 11 injuries occurred outside of the U.S.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ikea-usa.com

Recall history and context

IKEA appears in 42 CPSC recalls on record. See all IKEA recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 294 recalls in the furniture and home category, 93 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

KVIBY Chests (About 5,000 (an additional 26,000 were sold outside of the U.S.) units). The recalled KVIBY Chest is white with 4 drawers and 6 glass knobs.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Laceration Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should protect their hands and carefully remove the glass knobs. Contact IKEA to receive free replacement knobs and screws by mail.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.