The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09331·Announced 2009-08-27

IKEA Recalls Karlstad Sofa-Beds Due to Mattress Flammability Violation

IKEA is recalling about 500 Karlstad sofa-beds because the mattresses and seat cushions fail to meet federal flammability standards, posing a fire hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

IKEA is recalling approximately 500 Karlstad sofa-beds sold nationwide from November 2008 through July 2009. The recall is prompted by a violation of the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, which creates a fire hazard for consumers. The specific issue involves the mattress and seat cushions intended to be used as a mattress; the mattress topper is not affected by this recall.

The affected sofa-bed frames have article number 801-215-12 and supplier number 20789. Date stamps ranging from 0845 through 0927 are located on a label attached to the underside of the sofa-bed frame. These products were sold at IKEA stores for about $850.

No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall. Consumers should immediately stop using the mattress and cushions. To arrange for the free installation of a replacement mattress and seat cushions, consumers should contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 or visit the Returns and Exchange Department at their local IKEA store.

The recalled product

Product
IKEA KARLSTAD sofa-beds
Category
Consumer Product — Furniture
Hazard
Affected units
500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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