Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard Prompts Recall of Sofa-bed Mattresses by IKEA
IKEA KARLSTAD sofa-beds |
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Date of Recall:
Thursday, August 27th, 2009
CPSC Release Number:
09-331
Manufactured In:
Mexico
Company Phone Number:
(888) 966-4532
Units:
About 500
Distributor:
IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.
Sold By:
IKEA stores nationwide from November 2008 through July 2009 for about $850.
Problem/Hazard:
The mattress and seat cushions intended to be used as a mattress fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Injuries/Incidents:
No injuries were reported.
Description:
IKEA KARLSTAD sofa-bed frame has article number 801-215-12, supplier number 20789 with date stamps (YYWW) 0845 through 0927 located on a label attached to the underside of the sofa-bed frame. The mattress topper is not affected by this recall.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the mattress and cushions and contact IKEA or visit the Returns and Exchange Department at their local IKEA store to arrange free installation of a replacement mattress and seat cushions.
Consumer Contact:
For more information, contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.ikea-usa.com
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