Libbey Glass Recalls Glass Bowls Due to Laceration Hazard

Recall Date
2011-11-03
Manufacturer
Libbey Glass Inc., of Toledo, Ohio
Units Affected
About 16,600 in the United States and 2,000 in Canada

Products Involved

Fantasy glass bowls

Hazard

The glass bowl can break when subjected to sudden temperature changes or impact, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glass bowls. Consumers can return the glass bowls to the point of purchase for a refund. Commercial customers should contact Libbey Glass Inc. to arrange for destruction of the product and receipt of a credit or refund.

Reported Injuries

The firm has received one report of a glass bowl breaking while being washed in a commercial dishwasher. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At

Commercial customers for use in foodservice establishments nationwide from August 2010 through September 2011. In addition, 48 bowls were sold to consumers at Libbey Outlet stores in Toledo, Ohio and Shreveport, Louisiana from August 2010 through September 2011 for about $6 to $7. Also, 45 bowls were sold to consumers at Home Outfitters in Canada from August 2011 through September 2011 for about $6.

Manufactured In

China

Full Recall Description

This recall includes the Fantasy glass bowls sold with a lop-sided shape with one side taller than the other. The bowls are made of clear, colorless glass and were sold in only one size as 8.5 ounces. The bowls measure about 5 3/8 inches in height on the tallest side and about 2 1/4 inches across the base.

Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28