CPSC2008-10-28
Serta International Recalls Mattresses Due to Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard
Serta International Mattress Co., of Hoffman Estates, Ill.
Hazard
The mattresses fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Serta to determine if their mattress is included in the recall, and if it is, to receive a free replacement mattress cover. Consumers can install the cover themselves or request free installation by a qualified repair technician.
Sold at
Mattress retailers nationwide from December 2007 through May 2008 for up to $2,500.
Affected count
About 6,100
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Serta Zipper-Covered Foam Core Mattresses
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Serta toll-free at (888) 55-SERTA between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.serta.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Serta-International-Recalls-Mattresses-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Mattress-Flammability-StandardDon't want to check this manually?
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