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Pier 1 Imports Recalls TV Stands for Tipping Hazard

Reported: September 12, 2006 Initiated: September 12, 2006 #06255

Product Description

The Ming TV Stand, SKU 2065368, is a brown wooden cabinet that sits directly on the floor and measures 35½ inches wide, 17¾ inches deep and 23½ inches high. The TV stand contains an open storage space between its top shelf and its single bottom drawer.

Reason for Recall

If a consumer leans on the stand's drawer when open, the unit can tilt forward and cause a television on top to slide off, posing a risk of injury or death.

Remedy

The firm is no longer in business. Customers should immediately remove televisions or other heavy items from these TV stands and discard the product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Ming TV Stand, SKU 2065368, is a brown wooden cabinet that sits directly on the floor and measures 35½ inches wide, 17¾ inches deep and 23½ inches high. The TV stand contains an open storage space between its top shelf and its single bottom drawer.. Units affected: About 4,300.
Why was this product recalled?
If a consumer leans on the stand's drawer when open, the unit can tilt forward and cause a television on top to slide off, posing a risk of injury or death.
What should consumers do?
The firm is no longer in business. Customers should immediately remove televisions or other heavy items from these TV stands and discard the product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 12, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06255.