Argos recalls memory foam mattress toppers because they are a fire risk
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ARGOS has recalled some of its own-brand memory foam mattress toppers after they were found to be a potential fire risk.
The retailer has pulled its Argos Memory Foam Mattress Topper from shelves and customers who have one are being advised not to use it.
Argos said the recall was issued after a small number of products were found to not conform with UK fire safety standards.
The shop went on to highlight a total of 22 batch codes, along with different size toppers, that could pose a threat.
If you own one of these Argos mattress toppers and the batch code matches one listed below, the retailer is advising you to return them immediately.
In a statement on its website, the store said customers don’t need the receipt to return an effected product.
Argos memory foam mattress toppers
HERE'S the Argos memory foam mattress toppers that have been recalled:
5cm Memory foam toppers
Cat no. 6867876 (Batch code: 011018, 080719)
Cat no. 6994316 (Batch code: 011018, 080719)
Cat no. 7037423 (Batch code: 011018, 080719)
Argos Home 3cm profile topper with pillows
Cat no. 8359997 (Batch code: 011018, 240218, 100218)
Cat no. 8350910 (Batch code: 011018, 240218, 100218)
Cat no. 8288099 (Batch code: 011018, 240218, 100218)
Argos Home 3cm memory foam mattress toppers
Cat no. 1271278 (Batch code: 011018)
Cat no. 1271285 (Batch code: 011018)
Cat no. 1271292 (Batch code: 011018)
Argos Home luxury 7cm memory foam toppers
Cat no. 6019772 (Batch code: 011018)
Cat no. 6223441 (Batch code: 011018)
Cat no. 6221443 (Batch code: 011018)
Cat no. 6099534 (Batch code: 011018)
The retailer told The Sun: "The safety of our products is extremely important to us.
"We’re asking customers to return the item to their nearest Argos store, where they will receive a full refund or replacement.
"We are very sorry for any inconvenience caused."
Shoppers who are concerned can ring Argos via their UK Freephone number on: 0800 0113462.
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