ESS Universal USA Recalls Mattresses Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard for Mattresses; Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-9481.
The recall involves Waterproof Foam Mattresses, and were sold in twin, twin XL, and full sizes. The recalled mattresses have a blue cover with the ESS Universal logo featuring a gorilla picture and the words "ESS Universal" and "Comfort with Water Resistant Technology." The inner lining is black. No federal labels were included with the mattresses as required.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-9481.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mattresses and contact ESS Universal to arrange for shipment of a cover with zipper for consumers to place over the foam core that will bring the mattresses into compliance, free of charge. ESS Universal USA is contacting all purchasers directly.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Online At Essunivesal.com From April 2021 Through March 2022 For Between $156 And $240. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-9481.
ESS Universal USA toll-free at 833-259-9009 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or by email at recall@essuniversal.com or online at www.heavydutybunkbeds.com and click on 'Recall Notice' at the bottom of the landing page.
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Online At Essunivesal.com From April 2021 Through March 2022 For Between $156 And $240. is the subject of a consumer products recall: ESS Universal USA Recalls Mattresses Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard for Mattresses; Fire Hazard (Recall Alert). The notice was published on December 15, 2022 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1,800 units are potentially affected.