Berkline Heated Massage Recliners Recalled Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Value City Furniture and American Signature Furniture Stores
Released: Friday, May 11, 2007 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Berkline Benchcraft LLC, of Morristown, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling about 1,700 Berkline Heated Massage Recliners. The control device that adjusts the heat and massage settings can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Recall Details
Product
Berkline Heated Massage Recliners
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.
Hazards
The control device that adjusts the heat and massage settings can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents
Berkline has received three reports of the control device overheating. No injuries have been reported.
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.
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