KVIBY Chests (IKEA) – Laceration Risk (2008)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
KVIBY Chests
Brand
IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa. is recalling KVIBY Chests. The hazard is: The glass drawer knobs on the chest can break either during assembly or in use, posing a laceration . Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
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.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The glass drawer knobs on the chest can break either during assembly or in use, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should protect their hands and carefully remove the glass knobs. Contact IKEA to receive free replacement knobs and screws by mail.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026