SafetyScored
All recalls
Fire / OverheatingDecember 15, 2022CPSC #23718

ESS Universal USA Recalls Mattresses Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard for Mattresses; Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Product
Mattresses
Units affected
1,800
Remedy
contact manufacturer

What was recalled

The recall involves Waterproof Foam Mattresses, and were sold in twin, twin XL, and full sizes. The recalled mattresses have a blue cover with the ESS Universal logo featuring a gorilla picture and the words "ESS Universal" and "Comfort with Water Resistant Technology." The inner lining is black. No federal labels were included with the mattresses as required.

Hazard

The mattresses fail to meet the mandatory federal flammability standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

India

Where it was sold

  • Online at essunivesal.com from April 2021 through March 2022 for between $156 and $240.

Photos

Recalled ESS Universal foam mattress
View official CPSC recall

Shopping for a replacement? Safer certified picks

If your item was recalled, these brands hold independent safety certifications and have no recall on record.

Avocado Green Mattress logo

Avocado Green Mattress

GOTSGREENGUARD GoldOEKO-TEX

Certified organic latex, wool, and cotton — no fiberglass.

Check price
PlushBeds logo

PlushBeds

GREENGUARD GoldGOTSOEKO-TEX

Natural latex, multiple whole-product certifications.

Check price
Naturepedic logo

Naturepedic

GOTSGREENGUARD Gold

Organic non-toxic crib and adult mattresses.

Check price
My Green Mattress logo

My Green Mattress

GOTSGREENGUARD Gold

Family-run, certified organic, fiberglass-free.

Check price

Certifications shown are editorial references — verify current status with the brand. Some links are affiliate links; we may earn a commission at no cost to you. See our disclosure.

Other fire / overheating recalls