Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard Prompts Recall of Sofa-bed Mattresses by IKEA
IKEA KARLSTAD sofa-beds
Date of Recall
2009-08-27CPSC Release Number
09-331Manufactured In
MexicoCompany Phone Number
(888) 966-4532Units
About 500Distributor
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.comRecall Comments
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