Pier 1 Imports Recalls Glassware 

Name of product: Orange/Red Glassware Pieces

Units: About 180,000

Importer/Distributor: Pier 1 Imports, of Fort Worth, Texas

Hazard: The glassware can crack or break unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard.

Description: The recalled glassware pieces involve large and small tumblers, goblets and margaritas. The bottom half of the tumblers is red and the top half is orange. The bottom of the margaritas and the goblets is clear and the top is red and orange.

Sold by: Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide, on its Web site (www.pier1.com), and in their April 2007 catalog from January 2007 through April 2007 for about $6 each.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the glassware pieces immediately and return them to their nearest Pier 1 Imports retail store for a refund or merchandise credit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information consumers can contact Pier 1 Imports at (800) 245-4595 between 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday and between 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, or visit the firm’s Web site at http://www.pier1.com/company/productnotice.aspx