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Cushion covers for multiple garden furniture products recalled over a fire risk
Product recall for cushion covers for multiple garden furniture products sold by Aldi due to the deterioration of their fire-retardant effectiveness.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
What to do now
Cushion covers for multiple garden furniture products has been flagged because it could start a fire in the home.
- Stop using and charging it now, and unplug it.
- Keep it somewhere cool and clear of soft furnishings. Never put lithium batteries in the household bin.
- Contact the business or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Faulty chargers, batteries and appliances are a common cause of house fires. A fire can start while the product is charging or switched on and nobody is watching.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- make sure you have working smoke alarms
Get help urgently
- if it starts to smoke, smell of burning or catch fire, get everyone out and call 999
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2204-0286). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for cushion covers for multiple garden furniture products sold by Aldi due to the deterioration of their fire-retardant effectiveness.
The risk
Aldi has been notified by their supplier that the cushion covers’ fire-retardant effectiveness may deteriorate over time.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users. (For more information, see link below)
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users and replacement cushion covers provided. This recall is for customers who have purchased the above garden furniture products between 13th February 2022 and 20th April 2022 only.
For more information, including on how to contact Aldi to arrange for replacement covers, please access:
https://www.aldi.co.uk/product-notices
Additional information
PSD case number: 2204-0286
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Cushion covers for multiple furniture units such as stools, benches, sofa sets and hanging chairs. Available in multiple colours.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Cushion covers for multiple garden furniture products been recalled?
Cushion covers for multiple garden furniture products has been flagged because it could start a fire in the home. Faulty chargers, batteries and appliances are a common cause of house fires. A fire can start while the product is charging or switched on and nobody is watching.
How do I know if my product is affected?
The notice describes the affected product rather than listing codes. Compare the product name, pack size and where you bought it with the official notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using and charging it now, and unplug it. Keep it somewhere cool and clear of soft furnishings. Never put lithium batteries in the household bin.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
Where was Cushion covers for multiple garden furniture products sold?
The notice names Aldi. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
