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By: The opinion Published Sep 24, 2023, 7:49 pm EDT
Costco recalled 48,000 mattresses due to mold growth reported by more than 500 customers, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
The mattresses were sold exclusively at Costco stores located in the San Francisco Bay region throughout the Great Northwest. The recall only applies to people who purchased the “Novaform ComfortGrande 14-inch” and “Novaform DreamAway 8-inch” mattresses this year.
According to manufacturer FXI Inc., The recalled mattresses could have been exposed to water during manufacturing, which could lead to mold growth.
The presence of mold can pose a health risk to people with a mold allergy, damaged lungs or compromised immune systems, the CPSC said.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Symptoms of mold exposure can vary, but typically include burning eyes, respiratory problems such as coughing and wheezing, and skin irritations.
People who are allergic to mold may have difficulty breathing and experience shortness of breath, while those with a weakened immune system and chronic lung diseases, such as obstructive pulmonary disease, may experience serious mold infections in the lungs.
The recalled mattresses were made in a variety of sizes, from twin to California king, and ranged in price from $150 to $750. All Novaform mattresses were sold between January and June of this year in Costco stores and on the Costco website in the northwestern states, as well as in the San Francisco Bay area of California.
The CPSC said FXI has received reports of 541 cases of mold on mattresses, but no related injuries have been reported so far.