Tuesday, September 30, 2008

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

May

11

2007
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.

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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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