IKEA Recalls Vases 

Name of product: PARODI Glass Floor Vases

Units: About 110,000 nationwide (and about 767,000 more worldwide)

Manufacturer: IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.

Hazard: The base of these vases can break off unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Description: The recalled vases have thick black, white or clear glass walls. They stand about 28 inches high and weigh about 11 pounds. The base diameter is about 6 inches and the top diameter is about 9 inches. The IKEA logo and one of three article numbers are printed on the underside of the base. The article numbers are 201-102-34 (black), 501-121-99 (white) and 000-795-45 (clear).

Sold at: IKEA stores exclusively nationwide from April 2004 through December 2006 for about $40.

Remedy: Consumers should return the vase to their local IKEA store for a full refund. To avoid the risk of breakage and possible injury, handle the vase with care.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact IKEA at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at http://www.ikea.com/ms/en_US/about_ikea/social_environmental/recalls.html