IKEA recalls common kitchen item due to 'injury risk'

A common household item has been recalled by IKEA due to ‘risk of injury’.

The furniture and homeware store, which has a location in Wednesbury, has recalled certain IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL Garlic Presses after discovering that small metal pieces could break off during use and get into food.

The affected product is the black and silver garlic press with article number 201.521.58 and date stamps 2411 to 2522.

According to the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS), the metal fragments could cause injury if swallowed.

Customers who own one of the affected garlic presses should stop using it immediately and return it to any IKEA store for a full refund. A receipt is not required.

A spokesperson for Trading Standards said: “The product presents a risk of injuries as small metal fragments may detach during use and contaminate the food. If ingested, these fragments could cause injury.

“The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. Products with an affected date stamp have been recalled by Ikea. The recall commenced in June 2025.

“Consumers who own one an affected garlic press should immediately stop using it and return it to any IKEA store for a full refund. Proof of purchase (receipt) is not required.”

A spokesperson for IKEA added: “Customers who own one an affected garlic press should immediately stop using it and return it to any IKEA store for a full refund. Proof of purchase (receipt) is not required. Customers can also contact IKEA on 01733 520 006.

“IKEA apologises for any inconvenience this recall may cause.”

For further information about this recall, visit the IKEA website.