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Product recall · CPSCJuly 23, 2009Serious
Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard Prompts Recall of Mattresses by Foamorder.com
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The foam blocks with cotton covers (intended to be used as mattresses) fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn 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.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately contact Foamorder.com to determine if their mattress is included in the recall, and if it is, to receive a free additional cover to be placed over their mattress.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Foamorder.com at 800-256-6162 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.foamorder.com
The product
This recall involves the Natural Sense foam blocks with cotton covers intended to be used as a mattress. The foam block was sold in the following sizes: Twin (38"x75") Twin Long (38"x80") Full (53"x75") Full Long (53"x80") Queen (60"x80") Cal. King (72"x84") E. King (76"x80") Foam mattresses that have a cover with a gold ribbon pattern and a label stating "This mattress meets the requirements of 16 CFR Part 1633 (federal flammability (open flame) standard for mattress sets) when used without a foundation or with foundations" are not included in this recall.
Details
- Units affected
- About 140
- Recall date
- July 23, 2009
- Brand
- Foamorder.com, of San Francisco, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
1633
Online at www.foamorder.com from July 2007 through May 2009 for between $225 and $1,420.
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: “Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard Prompts Recall of Mattresses by Foamorder.com”
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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