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Shower Benches
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The shower bench can collapse during use, posing a fall hazard to the user.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shower benches and return them to Costco for a full refund. Costco is contacting all purchasers directly.
Who to contact: Ivena toll-free at 844-818-9388 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.ivenainternational.com and click on "Recalls & Product Notices" for more information.
The product
This recall involves Ivena 20" teak shower benches. The benches are made of light brown teak with padding on the feet. The seat and bottom shelf have a row of wood paneling. Item number 1049998 and UPC 8886474018015 are printed on the exterior packaging. The bench has a label that says, "100% wood from well-managed forests."
Details
- Units affected
- About 70,000 (In addition, about 11,317 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- September 9, 2021
- Brand
- Ivena International Pte. Ltd., of Singapore, Costco Wholesale Corp., of Issaquah, Wash.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Consumers have reported 81 incidents of the shower benches collapsing, breaking during use, or falling apart, including four reports of people being injured in falls. The four injuries included a fractured tailbone, persistent head and body aches and bruising.
Costco stores nationwide and online at Costco.com from October 2018 through June 2021 for about $80 in stores and $90 online.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Shower Benches Recalled Due to Fall Hazard; Made by Ivena and Sold Exclusively at Costco (Recall Alert)”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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