CPSC recall 23-718, announced December 15, 2022, covers ESS Universal Waterproof Foam Mattresses (about 1,800 units). The mattresses fail to meet the mandatory federal flammability standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mattresses and contact ESS Universal to arrange for shipment of a cover with zipper for consumers to place over the foam core that will bring the mattresses into compliance, free of charge. Recall contact: call 833-259-9009, go to www.heavydutybunkbeds.com, or email recall@essuniversal.com.
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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?
The recall involves Waterproof Foam Mattresses, and were sold in twin, twin XL, and full sizes. The recalled mattresses have a blue cover with the ESS Universal logo featuring a gorilla picture and the words "ESS Universal" and "Comfort with Water Resistant Technology." The inner lining is black. No federal labels were included with the mattresses as required.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- When sold
- April 2021 through March 2022
- Price paid
- $156 to $240
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 immediately stop using the recalled mattresses and contact ESS Universal to arrange for shipment of a cover with zipper for consumers to place over the foam core that will bring the mattresses into compliance, free of charge. ESS Universal USA is contacting all purchasers directly.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call 833-259-9009, go to www.heavydutybunkbeds.com, or email recall@essuniversal.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a repair. The notice says the remedy is free.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- ESS Universal
- Product type
- Mattresses
- Recall number
- 23-718
- Units
- About 1,800
- Manufactured in
- India
- Sold at / sales period
- Online at essunivesal.com from April 2021 through March 2022 for between $156 and $240.
- Importer
- ESS Universal USA LLC, of Holland, Michigan
This recall in context
Compared with the 90 mattress recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 1,800 units: the 47th-largest of 83 mattress recalls that state a unit count. The median is 2,300 units.
- Hazard
- Fire: named in 61 of 90 mattress recalls, the most common hazard among them.
- Remedy
- Repair: offered in 31 of 90 mattress recalls. The most common is refund (32).
- Time on sale
- 12 months. Recalled 9 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
ESS Universal USA toll-free at 833-259-9009 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or by email at recall@essuniversal.com or online at www.heavydutybunkbeds.com and click on 'Recall Notice' at the bottom of the landing page.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
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