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Newsweek
01-08-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Ikea Recalls Product Nationwide Over Multiple Injuries: What to Know
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Ikea recalled thousands of its popular garlic presses in the United States on Thursday after receiving reports that small metal pieces could detach during use, creating laceration and ingestion hazards. The recall affects more than 43,000 IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic presses, sold in Ikea stores and online nationwide in the United States from March 2024 through May 2025. More than 10,000 were also sold in Canada. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) released an official recall notice, emphasizing consumer safety and urging affected shoppers to stop using the product immediately and return it for a full refund for the items sold for about $8 each. Newsweek reached out to Ikea's press team via email on Friday for comment. Why It Matters The recall is significant in scope and reach, and highlights concerns about the safety of a commonly used kitchen gadget. Ikea said that the garlic presses are being recalled because small metal pieces can break away during use, potentially causing lacerations or being ingested. Globally, Ikea has received 10 reports of such incidents, CPSC said, including three injuries—lacerations and finger splinters—though no cases have been reported in the U.S. An IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic press. An IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic press. CPSC What To Know The recall applies to the IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic press, characterized by a black rubber handle and a zinc-coated garlic chamber. Only presses imprinted with the Ikea logo at the upper part of the handle are included. The affected products were sold at Ikea stores nationwide and online from March 2024 through May 2025 for about $8 each, CPSC's alert said. Consumers who purchased the recalled garlic presses are advised to stop using them immediately. They may return the product to any Ikea store for a full refund without a receipt. For those unable to visit a store, instructions for disposal and receiving a refund can be obtained by contacting Ikea directly at 888-966-4532 or through the recall page on the company's website. The garlic presses were imported by IKEA Supply AG of Switzerland and retailed by IKEA US Retail LLC. The items were manufactured in China. In its announcement, the CPSC advised consumers who experience issues with a recall remedy or unresponsiveness to file a report using their Recall Complaint form. What People Are Saying An Ikea spokesperson said in a statement on Thursday: "We take product safety very seriously and are taking precautionary measures by recalling the IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic press out of an abundance of caution. Customers' safety is our top priority." U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in a statement: "Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled garlic press and return it to any IKEA store for a full refund. If you experience issues with a remedy, please notify CPSC." What Happens Next Ikea said it will provide full refunds to affected customers who return or properly dispose of the recalled product. The CPSC continues to encourage consumers to participate in product recalls and report any injury or unsatisfactory recall responses.
The Province
13-06-2025
- General
- The Province
Recall: Ikea recalls kitchen tool across Canada due to metal pieces
Ikea is recalling one of its popular kitchen tools due to concerns over small metal pieces that could detach and post an ingestion hazard. IKEA has closed all of their stores until further notice due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2020. Errol McGihon/Postmedia Photo by Errol McGihon / Errol McGihon Ikea is recalling one of its popular kitchen tools due to concerns over small metal pieces that could detach. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors The VÄRDEFULL garlic press was sold from April 2024 through May 2025 across Canada. The company said 10,712 units had been sold during that period. IKEA has issued a recall for its VÄRDEFULL garlic press, due to small metal pieces that could become detached and post an ingestion hazard. The recall was issued June 11, 2025. Photo by HANDOUT Why is the VÄRDEFULL garlic presses being recalled? According to a recall notice posted to the federal government's recall website, as well as IKEA's own website, the garlic press posts an ingestion hazard, with small metal pieces that could detach during use and become mixed in with food. As of June 9, there were no reports of major incidents or injuries reported, however, there were three incidents of 'minor injuries' such as a scratch or splinter to the hand. Which VÄRDEFULL garlic presses are impacted by the recall? The impacted tools feature date stamps from 2411 (YYWW) to 2522 (YYWW), and features the Ikea logo on the upper handle. The article numbers are 305.781.89 and 201.521.58. What should I do if I have the VÄRDEFULL garlic press? Stop using the garlic press immediately and contact Ikea for a refund. You can visit the company's website or call them at 1-800-661-9807 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST. sip@ Vancouver Canucks Sports Soccer Vancouver Whitecaps News
Vancouver Sun
13-06-2025
- Business
- Vancouver Sun
Recall: Ikea recalls kitchen tool across Canada due to metal pieces
Ikea is recalling one of its popular kitchen tools due to concerns over small metal pieces that could detach. The VÄRDEFULL garlic press was sold from April 2024 through May 2025 across Canada. The company said 10,712 units had been sold during that period. According to a recall notice posted to the federal government's recall website, as well as IKEA's own website, the garlic press posts an ingestion hazard, with small metal pieces that could detach during use and become mixed in with food. As of June 9, there were no reports of major incidents or injuries reported, however, there were three incidents of 'minor injuries' such as a scratch or splinter to the hand. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. The impacted tools feature date stamps from 2411 (YYWW) to 2522 (YYWW), and features the Ikea logo on the upper handle. The article numbers are 305.781.89 and 201.521.58. Stop using the garlic press immediately and contact Ikea for a refund. You can visit the company's website or call them at 1-800-661-9807 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST. sip@
