Major retailer issues urgent recall on popular cushion that could catch fire

A MAJOR retailer has urgently recalled a popular pillow that could burst into flames.

The posh shop released an “important safety warning” after the item failed safety tests.

announced its Carnival Floor Cushion was being recalled, with owners have been warned to return them immediately.

On the website, the brand said: “John Lewis & Partners are recalling the above product due to results of routine testing finding it did not meet the fire safety requirements.

“This means there is a potential risk of a fire, if the product is exposed to an ignition source.”

Those who have picked up the pillow have been urged to “stop using the product” and “package” it up to avoid harm.

Once wrapped up, the colorful patterned pillow can be returned to any John Lewis store for a full return.

It was removed from the shelves on February 14 but the sought-after item had still been sold for nearly two weeks, putting customers at risk.

The retailer added: “We’re very sorry that it has been necessary to recall this product, and for the inconvenience caused.”

This isn't the only product John Lewis has been forced to recall over and safety fears.

The Muse Rechargeable Table Lamp from Tala is also thought to be a fire threat due to an issue with the bulb.

Owners of this particular model have been asked to check the bulb to see if it's faulty.

The products affected are numbers 10992802, 10992801, 10992812, 10992813 and 10992811.

John Lewis shared on their website: “Tala have identified an issue with the bulb in some batches of The Muse Portable Lamp manufactured between January 2021 and January 2024.

“This means there is a small risk of the bulb overheating the battery, which could pose a fire hazard.”

If you bring you head to Tala's website you are able to order a replacement for your minimalistic table light.

John Lewis has come under the spotlight recently for more than just its .

The high-street store is scrapping annual company bonuses for the third year running.

It said it's axing the highly-anticipated paychecks despite seeing annual profits jump higher than previously.

Profits are said to have tripled to £126million from £42million a year ago.

However the group said it would not pay out a bonus once again for its staff of around 73,000 people.