Berkline Heated Massage Recliners Recalled Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Value City Furniture and American Signature Furniture Stores
Recalled May 11, 2007 · CPSC recall 07547 · Berkline
Hazard
The control device that adjusts the heat and massage settings can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recliners immediately and contact Value City Furniture or American Signature Furniture to have the recliner removed and to receive a full refund.
Units
About 1,700
Incidents / injuries
Berkline has received three reports of the control device overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Description
This recall involves the Berkline heated massage recliners with model number 13071 and piece code number 2700. The brand name, the model number, and the piece code can be found on the bill of sale and/or product packaging. The recliners were sold in brown and burgundy.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these recliners immediately and contact Value City Furniture or American Signature Furniture to have the recliner removed and to receive a full refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact Berkline Benchcraft at (800) 717-7091 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.berkline.com
Product
Berkline Heated Massage Recliners
Manufacturer(s)
Berkline Benchcraft LLC, of Morristown, Tenn.
Retailers
Exclusively at Value City Furniture and American Signature Furniture stores nationwide from December 2006 through February 2007 for about $400.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →