Garlic press added to Ikea's recall list in Canada
More than 10,000 units of a recalled garlic press were sold across Canada.
www.richmond-news.comI don’t have live access to current feeds in this moment, but here’s what’s widely reported about IKEA garlic press recalls up to recently.
Core answer
- IKEA issued a recall for its black IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic press due to a risk that small metal pieces could detach and be ingested or cause cuts. The recall covered tens of thousands of units sold in the US and Canada between 2024 and 2025. If you own one, stop using it and return it to IKEA for a full refund.
Key details (summarized)
- Affected product: IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic press, black, with logos on the upper handle. Article numbers commonly cited include 201.521.58, 305.781.89, and 601.636.02. The recall was tied to a production fault that could release metal fragments during use. These items were sold worldwide, with specific U.S. and Canadian unit counts reported in recall coverage. Consumers should verify the model and batch/date stamps to determine inclusion.
What to do if you own one
- Immediately stop using the garlic press.
- Return it to any IKEA store for a full refund, or follow IKEA’s instructions for disposal if a store return isn’t convenient.
- Proof of purchase is not required for the refund in most recalls.
Where to check for official guidance
- Health and safety authorities and IKEA’s own recall pages typically provide the latest instructions and batch checks. For example, applicable safety agencies and IKEA’s regional pages list recalled item details and refund steps.
Note on sources
- This recall has been reported by multiple outlets and safety agencies, including a U.S. recall notice detailing the laceration and ingestion hazards and refund instructions, as well as coverage noting the global scope and batch details. Other outlets summarized the scope and affected regions, including the U.S. and Canada, with notes on model specifics and dates. For the most precise guidance, please consult IKEA’s recall page for your country and the U.S. CPSC notice.[1][2][4][7][9]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest official recall page for Denmark or your area and summarize any country-specific instructions.