Recall: Target Recalls Leather Pouf Ottoman Due to Suffocation and Choking Hazards
Description: This recall includes black, leather pouf ottomans filled with polystyrene beads. They measure about 22 3/16 inches long by 22 3/16 inches wide by 17 11/16 inches high. 'Room Essentials' and model number 249-19-1286 are printed on a white tag which is sewn into the seam of the product. The model number can also be found on the sales receipt.
Name of product: Room Essentials leather pouf ottoman
Units: About 7,500
Hazard: The zippers on the pouf ottomans can be opened by children who can then suffocate or choke on the pouf's polystyrene beads.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pouf ottoman, place it out of reach of children and return it to any Target store for a full refund.
Recall date: October 17, 2017
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold At: Target stores nationwide and online from June 2017 through August 2017 for about $35.
Importers: Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
Manufactured in: China
Consumer contact: Target at 800-440-0680 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT or online at www.target.com and click on “Recalls” at the bottom of the page, then “Furniture” for more information, or the “Product Recalls” tab on www.Facebook.com/Target.
Recall number: 18-009