Recall #15-202 · Published July 30, 2015

Nipponflex Smart Flex and Smart Care mattresses

Nipponflex Recalls Mattresses Due to Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard

CPSC published a recall notice for Nipponflex Smart Flex and Smart Care mattresses from Nipponflex on July 30, 2015. CPSC identifies this hazard: The mattresses fail to meet the mandatory federal flammability standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should contact Nipponflex for free mattress covers to bring the mattress into compliance with the federal standard and protect consumers from a fire. Assistance with installation is available upon request.

Smart Care mattress
Smart Care mattress
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.

The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.

Additional identifying details

"Nipponflex" and "SMART FLEX" or "SMART CARE" are printed on the label on a side of the mattress.

Which products are included?

This recall involves all models and sizes of Nipponflex Smart Care, Smart Care split, Smart Flex and Smart Flex split mattresses. The mattresses are white in color and have an electric massage function controlled by a remote. The split mattresses consist of two single mattresses side by side to form a queen or king size mattress. "Nipponflex" and "SMART FLEX" or "SMART CARE" are printed on the label on a side of the mattress.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

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

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

Consumers should contact Nipponflex for free mattress covers to bring the mattress into compliance with the federal standard and protect consumers from a fire. Assistance with installation is available upon request.

Remedy type: Repair

Product and sales details

Brand
Nipponflex
Product type
Mattresses
Recall number
15-202
Units
About 400
Manufactured in
Brazil
Sold at / sales period
Independent distributors via in-home sales in Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Utah and Virginia from April 2014 through February 2015 for between $2,000 and $7,000.
Importer
Nipponflex, of Pompano Beach, Fla.

Nipponflex Smart Flex and Smart Care mattresses

CPSC product type: Mattresses

Recall contact information

Nipponflex toll free at (844) 226-0366 any time, by email at mattressrecall@nipponflexusa.com or online at www.nipponflexusa.com and click on "Recall Information" for more information.

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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