United KingdomJohn Lewis & Partners 2-seater and 3-seater chenille slider sofas (Natural Chenille and Navy Chenille) with product codes 87023201, 87023202, 87021703, 87021702, 87021701 and 87021704 sold between 05/08/2025 and 30/10/2025 are affected. They were recalled because a faulty button on the recliner mechanism can cause the circuit board to overheat, presenting a risk of fire and causing the recliner to stop working. John Lewis has contacted affected consumers and advises unplugging the product, stopping use of the recline/charging functions and contacting the John Lewis & Partners Aftersales Team on 03456 049 049 to arrange a visit and repair.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for John Lewis & Partners 2-Seater and 3-Seater Slider Sofas presenting a risk of fire.
Type: Furniture – Household/Office Sofas (Powered)
Brand: John Lewis & Partners
Sizes: 2-Seater, 3-Seater
Models: Natural Chenille, Navy Chenille
Product Codes: 87023201, 87023202, 87021703, 87021702, 87021701, 87021704
Sales Period: 05/08/2025 - 30/10/2025
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: 2- and 3-seater chenille slider sofas.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2511-0089
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a risk of fire as there is a faulty button on the recliner mechanism. This means there is a risk of the circuit board overheating and malfunctioning, causing the recliner to stop working.
This product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
What to do
Only products with the product codes and sales period as listed above are subject to the modification programme, and affected consumers have been contacted by John Lewis. They have advised that consumers unplug the product, stop using the recline/charging functions and contact the John Lewis & Partners Aftersales Team to arrange a visit and repair via 03456 049 049.
The official notice
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