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Quality Foam Recalls Mattresses Due to Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard


WASHINGTON, July 25, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Quality-Foam-Recalls-Mattresses  

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Recall Summary

Name of Product: Quality Foam mattresses  

Hazard: The mattresses fail to meet the mandatory federal flammability standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy: Replace/Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mattresses and contact Quality Foam or the place of purchase for instructions on receiving a free mattress cover to bring the mattress into compliance with the federal standard.

Consumer Contact: Quality Foam toll-free at 844-511-3644 from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday or email at [email protected].

Recall Details

Units: About 12,200 

Description: This recall involves Quality Foam model "CF" mattresses. The mattresses have a white, a blue or a green vinyl covering. Only mattresses with the initials "CF" on the product's labeling are included in this recall.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold at: M&M Discount, Tremont Discount and other independent mattress stores in the Greater New York City area and online at Ababy.com for about $65 and distributed free through various charitable organizations including August Aichorn from January 2015 through January 2017. 

Manufacturer: Quality Foam, of Brooklyn, New York

Manufactured in: U.S.

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SOURCE U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission



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