Sleep Innovations Recalls Pillows Sold Exclusively at Costco; Metal Fragments Pose Abrasion Hazard
Recall 08596 · Jul 22, 2008 · Sleep Innovations
120,000
units affected
120,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08596
- Date
- Jul 22, 2008
- Company
- Sleep Innovations
- Units affected
- 120,000
- Product
- Cuddly Comfort Pillows
- Product type
- Pillows
- Hazard
- Cuts
The product
The recalled Cuddly Comfort Pillows were sold in packs of two. Each pillow is 20" wide by 26" long, and they were sold in white, violet, blue, pink and yellow colors. Only pillows with Registration Number PA-27156(CA) are included in the recall. The Registration Number and the words "Sleep Innovations" are printed on the pillow's tag.
What can happen
The pillows can contain small metal fragments in the fiber-fill as a result of a mechanical breakdown in the manufacturing process. The metal fragments can cause abrasions and cuts to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pillows and return them to any Costco store for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Certain Costco stores nationwide from February 2008 through June 2008 for about $20.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled cuddly comfort pillows?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pillows and return them to any Costco store for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The pillows can contain small metal fragments in the fiber-fill as a result of a mechanical breakdown in the manufacturing process. The metal fragments can cause abrasions and cuts to consumers.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.