Cost Plus World Market Recalls Modular Storage Bars Due to Injury Hazard

Active Recall Announced October 30, 2014 CPSC #15017

Quick answer

Cost Plus World Market Recalls Modular Storage Bars Due to Injury Hazard is CPSC recall #15017, announced on October 30, 2014. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is 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.. Affected brand: Cost Plus Management Services Inc..

Hazard

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.

Affected products

Modular Storage Bars

Recalled brands

Cost Plus Management Services Inc.

Remedy

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.

Recall date

October 30, 2014

Categories

Wall Mounting Units

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #15017?

CPSC recall #15017 covers Cost Plus World Market Recalls Modular Storage Bars Due to Injury Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on October 30, 2014. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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 is the remedy for recall #15017?

The CPSC remedy for recall #15017 is 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.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Cost Plus World Market Recalls Modular Storage Bars Due to Injury Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Cost-Plus-World-Market-Recalls-Modular-Storage-Bars. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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