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Southern Motion Recalls "Wireless Power" Reclining Furniture Due to Fire Hazard

Reported: April 2, 2020 Initiated: April 2, 2020 #20103

Product Description

This recall involves "Wireless Power" reclining furniture powered by lithium-ion batteries. The batteries are installed internally as an optional equipment upgrade in custom configurable reclining furniture and are visible when looking under the upholstery in the rear of the furniture in a black mounting bracket. The batteries are black and rectangular. The top of the batteries are marked with the word ENouvation. ENouvation is printed on a white label on the reverse side. The side of the batteries have blinking lights indicating the charge level of the battery. Recalled furniture has a white label on the back underside of the footrest ottoman which states "Options: WP", indicating "Wireless Power", along with the product's unique serial, style, and cover fabric numbers and the custom production date.

Reason for Recall

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves "Wireless Power" reclining furniture powered by lithium-ion batteries. The batteries are installed internally as an optional equipment upgrade in custom configurable reclining furniture and are visible when looking under the upholstery in the rear of the furniture in a black mounting bracket. The batteries are black and rectangular. The top of the batteries are marked with the word ENouvation. ENouvation is printed on a white label on the reverse side. The side of the batteries have blinking lights indicating the charge level of the battery. Recalled furniture has a white label on the back underside of the footrest ottoman which states "Options: WP", indicating "Wireless Power", along with the product's unique serial, style, and cover fabric numbers and the custom production date.. Recalled by Southern Motion, of Pontotoc, Miss.. Units affected: About 2,300.
Why was this product recalled?
The lithium-ion batteries used to power the "Wireless Power" reclining furniture can overheat, posing a fire hazard
What should consumers do?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 2, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 20103.