Cost Plus World Market Recalls Modular Storage Bars Due to Injury Hazard
Recall 15017 · Oct 30, 2014 · Cost Plus World Market
7,000
units affected
7,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 15017
- Date
- Oct 30, 2014
- Company
- Cost Plus World Market
- Units affected
- 7,000
- Product
- Modular Storage Bars
- Product type
- Wall Mounting Units
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
The recall includes wall-mounted storage bars made of medium-density fiberboard with an oak wood finish that allow hanging storage accessories to be attached. The storage bars were sold in two sizes; long and short. The long bar is 36 inches in length and the short bar is 23.5 inches in length. The accessories are sold separately and include items such as a black metal mesh basket, key hooks and S-hooks. The storage bars have SKU numbers 491996 (long) and 491997 (short) printed on the UPC sticker attached to the product packaging. There are no identifying labels on the product itself.
What can happen
When weight is applied to the storage bar, the screws holding the mounting plate can pull out of the bar allowing the storage bar to fall, posing an injury hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the storage bars and return them to any Cost Plus World Market or World Market store for a free replacement.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received one report of a short storage bar pulling away from the wall. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Cost Plus World Market and World Market stores nationwide and online at www.worldmarket.com from June 2014 through August 2014 for between about $20 and $25.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled modular storage bars?
Consumers should immediately stop using the storage bars and return them to any Cost Plus World Market or World Market store for a free replacement.
What is the hazard?
When weight is applied to the storage bar, the screws holding the mounting plate can pull out of the bar allowing the storage bar to fall, posing an injury hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.