CPSC2020-04-02
Southern Motion Recalls "Wireless Power" Reclining Furniture Due to Fire Hazard
Southern Motion, of Pontotoc, Miss.
Hazard
The lithium-ion batteries used to power the "Wireless Power" reclining furniture can overheat, posing a fire hazard
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the "Wireless Power" reclining furniture and contact Southern Motion for a free in-home repair, including a credit for the cost of the "Wireless Power" lithium-ion battery option.
Sold at
Rooms To Go, Art Van, Nebraska Furniture Mart, and other furniture stores nationwide from January 2019 through September 2019 for between approximately $1000 and $2500.
Affected count
About 2,300
Injuries reported
The firm is aware of 6 incidents of batteries overheating and causing fires to the chairs and floor coverings. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Wireless Power Reclining Furniture
Consumer contact
Southern Motion toll-free at 800-368-8865 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET from Monday through Friday, email at wprecall@southermotion.com or online at www.SouthernMotion.com and click on “Product Safety” for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Southern-Motion-Recalls-Wireless-Power-Reclining-Furniture-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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