IKEA · Recalled
IKEA Recalls Garlic Presses Due to Laceration and Ingestion Hazards
Small metal pieces can detach from the garlic press, posing a laceration or ingestion hazard to consumers.
- Units
- About 43,830 (in addition, about 10,700 were sold in Canada)
- Reports
- 3
- Injuries
- 3
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $8
- Remedy
- Refund
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Affected
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.
The file
- Sold at
- IKEA stores nationwide and online at IKEA.com from March 2025 through May 2025 for about $8.
- Product type
- Not stated
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- IKEA Supply AG, of Switzerland, IKEA US Retail LLC, of Woodbridge, Virginia
Incident log
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.
What the notice says to do
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.
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.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
