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CPSC recall · Reported August 27, 2009

Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard Prompts Recall of Sofa-bed Mattresses by IKEA

The mattress and seat cushions intended to be used as a mattress fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Recall #
09331
Affected scope
About 500
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Ikea Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa. recalled IKEA KARLSTAD sofa-bed frame has article number 801-215-12, supplier number 20789 with da… - a moderate-severity action.

Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard Prompts Recall of Sofa-bed Mattresses… was recalled by Ikea Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa. in August 27, 2009. Reason: The mattress and seat cushions intended to be used as a mattress fail to meet the mandatory federal open flam…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the mattress and cushions and contact IKEA or vis…. Verify recall #09331 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Ikea Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The mattress and seat cushions intended to be used as a mattress fail to meet the mandatory federal open flam….

Moderate
severity level
August 27, 2009
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09331 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #09331) was formally reported on August 27, 2009. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Ikea Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 500.

The documented reason for this recall is: The mattress and seat cushions intended to be used as a mattress fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the mattress and cushions and contact IKEA or visit the Returns and Exchange Department at their local IKEA store to arrange free installation of a replacement… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 500

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

IKEA KARLSTAD sofa-bed frame has article number 801-215-12, supplier number 20789 with date stamps (YYWW) 0845 through 0927 located on a label attached to the underside of the sofa-bed frame. The mattress topper is not affected by this recall.

Reason for recall

The mattress and seat cushions intended to be used as a mattress fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the mattress and cushions and contact IKEA or visit the Returns and Exchange Department at their local IKEA store to arrange free installation of a replacement mattress and seat cushions.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 09331
Date reported August 27, 2009
Date initiated August 27, 2009
Recalling firm Ikea Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.
Affected scope About 500
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the mattress and cushions and contact IKEA or visit the Returns and Exchange Department a…

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  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
IKEA KARLSTAD sofa-bed frame has article number 801-215-12, supplier number 20789 with date stamps (YYWW) 0845 through 0927 located on a label attached to the underside of the sofa-bed frame. The mattress topper is not affected by this recall.. Recalled by Ikea Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.. Units affected: About 500.
Why was this product recalled?
The mattress and seat cushions intended to be used as a mattress fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the mattress and cushions and contact IKEA or visit the Returns and Exchange Department at their local IKEA store to arrange free installation of a replacement mattress and seat cushions.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 27, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09331.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (09331) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported August 27, 2009. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.