CPSC Recall in 2015: Power Reclining Furniture Recalled by Franklin Due to Fire Hazard; Power Switch Can Fail

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 15-129

Date: May 07, 2015

Product Name: Power reclining furniture

Recall Description:

The rectangular switch used to operate the reclining function on various models of power reclining furniture can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Hazard Description:

The switch used to operate the reclining function can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 81,000 in the U.S.

Incidents:

Franklin has received two reports of switches igniting and three reports of switches smoking on showroom samples, resulting in minor property damage to the flooring. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Furniture stores nationwide and online from October 2013 to December 2014 for between $400 and $4,000.

Manufactured In:

USA (power reclining furniture)

Custom Label:

Manufactured in