Waterproof Foam Mattresses Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 20, 2026

Recall Information Record
Database Entry ID: 9481
Recall Number: 23718
Recall Date: December 15, 2022

1. Recall Summary
ESS Universal USA LLC, of Holland, Michigan, is recalling Waterproof Foam Mattresses. The recall was initiated because the mattresses fail to meet the mandatory federal flammability standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard. The recall notice was published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) on December 15, 2022. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

2. Affected Products
The recall involves Waterproof Foam Mattresses sold in twin, twin XL, and full sizes. The recalled mattresses have a blue cover featuring the ESS Universal logo, which includes a gorilla picture and the words “ESS Universal” and “Comfort with Water Resistant Technology.” The inner lining of the mattress is black. The mattresses were sold without federal labels as required by law. Approximately 1,800 units are affected by this recall. The mattresses were manufactured in India and sold online at essuniversal.com from April 2021 through March 2022, with prices ranging between $156 and $240.

3. Hazard Information
The hazard identified in the recall notice is that the mattresses fail to meet the mandatory federal flammability standard for mattresses. This non-compliance poses a fire hazard to consumers. As of the date of the recall notice, no injuries or incidents have been reported.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mattresses. Consumers must contact ESS Universal USA to arrange for shipment of a cover with a zipper. This cover is intended to be placed over the foam core of the mattress to bring the product into compliance with federal flammability standards. The remedy is provided free of charge. The recall notice states that ESS Universal USA is contacting all purchasers directly.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy for this recall is a repair. Specifically, ESS Universal USA will provide consumers with a cover with a zipper that, when placed over the foam core, will bring the mattress into compliance with the federal flammability standard. This remedy is provided at no cost to the consumer.

6. Contact Information
Consumers may contact ESS Universal USA for further information or to arrange for the remedy using the following methods:
– Toll-free telephone: 833-259-9009, available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
– Email: recall@essuniversal.com
– Website: www.heavydutybunkbeds.com, by clicking on the ‘Recall Notice’ link at the bottom of the landing page.

Additional Information
Not specified in the recall notice.

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