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July 31, 2025 from the CPSC in Conjunction with the Government of Canada:
IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic presses have been recalled because small metal pieces can detach from the garlic press, posing a laceration or ingestion hazard to consumers.
Consumer Contact: IKEA toll-free at 888-966-4532 from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at https://www.ikea.com/us/en/customer-service/product-support/recalls or www.ikea.com/us/en and click “Product Recalls” at the bottom of the page.
Description: This recall involves IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic presses used to crush garlic cloves. The garlic press has a black rubber handle and zinc coated garlic chamber. Only models with the IKEA logo are subject to the recall. The logo is located at the upper part of the handle.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled garlic press and return it to any IKEA store for a full refund. If you are unable to return it to one of their stores, please contact IKEA for instructions on how to dispose of the recalled product to receive a full refund. Proof of purchase (receipt) is not required to receive a full refund.
Incidents/Injuries: IKEA has received a total of 10 incident reports globally, including three reports of lacerations and finger splinters. No incidents or injuries have been reported in the U.S.
Sold At: IKEA stores nationwide and online at IKEA.com from March 2024 through May 2025 for about $8.
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