CPSC, The Standard Mattress Co. Announce Futon Recall

Recalled April 3, 2000 · CPSC recall 00088 · The Standard Mattress

Hazard

Some of these futons may fail cigarette ignition resistance tests, in violation of the federal Flammable Fabrics Act, because the boric acid flame retardant inside the futons may not have been evenly disbursed. This could result in burn injuries, should one of these futons catch fire.

Remedy

Consumers who purchased one of these futons during this period should immediately call The Standard Mattress Co. to obtain a free replacement futon. Consumers should not return the futons to the stores where they purchased them. Replacements are available only by calling the company.

Units

Approximately 47,000

Incidents / injuries

CPSC and The Standard Mattress Co. are not aware of any fires or injuries involving these futons. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Description

The futons being recalled were sold between May 1998 and October 1998 with model numbers 605, 608, 611, and 613, sold under the brand names of Gold Bond, IKEA, and Verlo. The model number and brand name are located on the permanently sewn-in label. The futons come in varied sizes, most of which are full size. Other sizes include king/chair, queen and twin. All are covered in a cotton/polyester fabric in a natural (off-white) color.

What to do

Contact

Consumers may call The Standard Mattress Co. toll-free at (800) 873-8498 anytime.

Product

Futons

Manufacturer(s)

The Standard Mattress Co., of Hartford, Conn.

Retailers

Furniture and futon stores nationwide sold the futons, from May 1998 through October 1998, for $140 to $250.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →