Product safety report
Brand: John Lewis
Model / Identifier: Product codes 60701201, 60701202, 60701203, 60701204, 60708301
Category: Clothing, textiles and fashion items - Mattress/sofa bed topper
Country of origin: Unknown
PSD case number: 2308-0100
Report published: 7 September 2023
Alert date: 7 September 2023
Risk
The toppers do not meet the flammability requirements set out in the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988. Under exposure to a naked flame, these products could ignite and continue to burn, posing a significant fire hazard. - Local Authority Trading Standards
Corrective action
These toppers have been recalled from end users. All units in the field must be returned to the retailer.
What to do
- Consumers: If you purchased a light cotton mattress topper or sofa bed topper with any of the above codes between 2 January 2017 and 11 August 2023, stop using it immediately and return it to John Lewis for a refund or replacement.
- Retailers and resellers: Examine stock and sales records; withdraw any unsold units from sale and assist customers in returning affected products.
- Importers/distributors: Ensure no further units are supplied in the UK market and cooperate with authorities.
Additional information
Notifier: Local Authority Trading Standards
Legal reference: Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988
PSD case number: 2308-0100
