Wireless Power Reclining Furniture recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

April 2, 2020

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

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

Recall number

20103

Brand / firm

Southern Motion, of Pontotoc, Miss.

Sold / distributed

Rooms To Go, Art Van, Nebraska Furniture Mart, and other furniture stores nationwide from January 2019 through September 2019 for between approximately $1000 and $2500.

Why it was recalled

The lithium-ion batteries used to power the "Wireless Power" reclining furniture can overheat, posing a fire hazard

What 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.

What to 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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.