Recall #22-012 · Published October 27, 2021

Meridian Furniture Ottomans

Meridian Furniture Recalls Ottomans Due to Laceration Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Ottomans from Meridian Furniture on October 27, 2021. CPSC identifies this hazard: The metal band at the base can contain sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ottomans. Contact Meridian Furniture for a prepaid mailing package and shipping label to return the product to Meridian Furniture or provide Meridian with photographic evidence of the disposal or destruction of the product to receive a full refund.

Recalled ottoman in cream, black, gray, navy, green, and pink with a gold band
Recalled ottoman in cream, black, gray, navy, green, and pink with a gold band
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.

Which products are included?

This recall involves the Meridian Furniture Joy Velvet Ottoman/Stools sold on Wayfair as the Fredson 14.5" Wide Velvet Round Standard Ottoman. The ottomans are velvet, encircled by a gold or silver metal band at the base, and are about 17 inches high and 14 inches wide. The ottomans were sold in the following colors: black, cream, green, gray, navy, and pink with a gold band; and black, gray, and navy with a silver band.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The metal band at the base can contain sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard.

Incidents and injuries

Meridian Furniture has received six reports of laceration injuries as a result of the sharp edges on the metal band.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ottomans. Contact Meridian Furniture for a prepaid mailing package and shipping label to return the product to Meridian Furniture or provide Meridian with photographic evidence of the disposal or destruction of the product to receive a full refund.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Brand
Meridian Furniture
Recall number
22-012
Units
About 7,800
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Online at Wayfair, Amazon, and Hayneedle, and at 200 stores nationwide, from June 2018 through October 2021 for between $60 and $120.
Importer
Meridian Furniture Inc., of New York

Recall contact information

Meridian Furniture at 800-808-0015 any time, email at MeridianRecalls@gmail.com or online at https://www.meridianfurnitureusa.com/sitefiles/_recalls.html or www.meridianfurnitureusa.com and click on "Important Safety Information" at the top of the page for more information.

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

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