Ikea has announced the withdrawal of one of its most interesting USB chargers from the catalogue, which by the way is no longer available. The company urges all users who own the ÅSKSTORM 40W USB charger, the model with several USB ports in dark grayto stop using it and contact IKEA, which offers a full refund.
According to the company, the likely main problem with the charger is its power cord, which IKEA claims can become damaged or broken after being wrapped around the charger or bent back and forth after a longer period of use. The main risk is that the damaged cable can cause burns and electric shock.
The specific model affected by this recall It is the ÅSKSTORM 40W USB charger with model number ICPSW5-40-1. If you have another IKEA USB charger with a different model number, don’t worry as this is the only one affected by this issue.
The Ikea recall is for Spain, Canada and the UK
Furthermore, as we said before, IKEA takes care of everything: you just have to contact the company to deliver it and In exchange they will give you the full value of what the charger cost you, without the need to provide a purchase invoice or anything. You only need the device itself.
The recall of this product is not strange, since IKEA is constantly recalling products due to defects or problems that are discovered after launch. In fact, the company has a specific section on its website for the withdrawal of this type of product with all the information available, publicly and transparently. From desk chairs, to even food products that they sell in their establishments.
In the case of the charger, its removal is only being requested in a few countries: Canada, Spain and the United Kingdomso it seems that the affected model is a small batch that was only distributed in those countries.
Be that as it may, if you use this charger or have it at home, you just have to call this toll-free number in Spain and IKEA will tell you the steps to follow to request delivery and refund: 900 40 09 22.