CPSC recall 17-026, announced November 2, 2016, covers Pier 1 Imports Glass knobs (about 140,000 units). The glass knobs can break while in use, posing a risk of laceration to users from broken glass pieces. The notice cites 7 incident reports and 7 injuries. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glass knobs and return them to any Pier 1 Imports store for a full refund or merchandise credit. Recall contact: call 855-513-5140, or go to www.pier1.com.
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Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- When sold
- September 2011 through October 2016
- Price paid
- $6 to $7
Why it was recalled
The glass knobs can break while in use, posing a risk of laceration to users from broken glass pieces.
Incidents and injuries
Pier 1 Imports has received seven reports of injuries as a result of glass knobs breaking during installation or while in use.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glass knobs and return them to any Pier 1 Imports store for a full refund or merchandise credit.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 855-513-5140, or go to www.pier1.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a refund.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Pier 1 Imports
- Recall number
- 17-026
- Units
- About 140,000 units in the U.S. (in addition, about 17,600 units sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- India
- Sold at / sales period
- Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide and online at www.pier1.com from September 2011 through October 2016 for between $6 and $7.
- Importer
- Pier 1 Imports, of Fort Worth, Texas
This recall in context
Compared with the 378 furniture recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 140,000 units: the 34th-largest of 329 furniture recalls that state a unit count. The median is 4,000 units.
- Hazard
- Laceration: named in 19 of 378 furniture recalls.
- Remedy
- Refund: offered in 150 of 378 furniture recalls, the most common remedy.
- Brand history
- Pier 1 Imports is named in 9 CPSC notices in this index, from 1994 to 2020. This recall is the 6th. The one before: Pier 1 Imports U.S. Capella Island Swivel Dining Chairs (16-099, Feb 2016).
- Time on sale
- About 5 years. Recalled 1 month after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Pier 1 Imports toll-free at 855-513-5140 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Saturday or 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Sunday, or online at www.pier1.com and click on "Product Notes & Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
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