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Power foundations or adjustable bases for mattresses

CPSC Recall #12-137 — March 21, 2012

Recall #12-137 Date: March 21, 2012 Remedy: Repair

Product

Power foundations or adjustable bases for mattresses

Description

Electrical components in the motor control board can fail and short causing overheating.

Hazard

Electrical components in the motor control board can fail and short causing overheating, which poses a fire hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

The firm has received 29 complaints of overheating in the electronic motor control board located in a housing underneath the deck of the power foundation. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug the power cord and stop using the power functions of the beds. Consumers should contact Leggett to arrange for a free in-home repair of the product or for a free modification kit and consumer installation instructions.

Units Affected

About 25,200

Sold At

Mattress retailers nationwide from March of 2008 to October of 2011 for about $1,700 to $2,200.

Manufacturer

Leggett & Platt, of Georgetown, Ky.

Manufactured In

United States

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