Published by Next Review: July 4, 2026
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Key Facts
- Ashley Furniture Industries recalled Party Time Collection loveseats, sofas, and recliners.
- The CPSC recall was announced on June 8, 2023.
- About 253,000 units were recalled in the United States, with about 9,450 more sold in Canada.
- The cupholder with LED lighting can overheat and create a fire hazard.
- Ashley Furniture received six reports of overheating.
- Reported incidents involved fire, smoke damage, and damaged furniture, but no injuries were reported.
Latest News & Updates
June 2023
The CPSC announced Ashley Furniture Industries’ recall of Signature Design Party Time power loveseats, sofas, and recliners because the cupholder with LED lighting can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Consumers were instructed to immediately unplug the recalled furniture and contact Ashley Furniture Industries for a free repair [1].
What Is Party Time Power Furniture?
The recalled products are Signature Design by Ashley Furniture Industries Party Time Collection loveseats, sofas, and recliners. These are faux leather home seating units with power reclining features, integrated LED lighting, USB charging ports, and power controls.
The recalled furniture was sold in black and white colors. Affected model numbers include loveseat models 3700318, 3700418, 3700318C, and 3700418C; sofa models 3700315, 3700415, 3700315C, and 3700415C; and recliner models 3700313, 3700413, 3700313C, and 3700413C.
Reported Risks or Injuries
- Overheating cupholders with LED lighting
- Fire and smoke damage
- Damage to furniture or nearby property
- Smoke exposure or burn risk if a fire spreads
- Potential home fire losses in severe incidents
How Does the Problem Occur?
The fire risk occurs when the cupholder with LED lighting overheats. Because the recalled furniture includes electrical features built into upholstered seating, an overheating component can create risk near foam, fabric, faux leather, flooring, blankets, and other household materials.
The recalled furniture was sold at Ashley Homestores, other furniture stores nationwide, and online at Ashleyfurniture.com from November 2018 through March 2023 for about $900 to $1,800. The model number is located on a barcode label at the bottom of each unit.
Who May Be Affected?
- Consumers who purchased recalled Party Time power loveseats, sofas, or recliners
- Households that experienced overheating, smoke, fire, or damaged furniture
- People who suffered property damage, smoke exposure, burns, or evacuation-related losses
Who May Be Liable?
- Ashley Furniture Trading Co. LLC, the importer identified in the recall
- Manufacturers involved in producing the recalled furniture or electrical components
- Component suppliers tied to the cupholder or LED lighting system, if supported by evidence
- Retailers, distributors, or service providers, where legally applicable
Do I Qualify?
- Did you purchase a Party Time loveseat, sofa, or recliner?
- Does the furniture match one of the recalled model numbers?
- Did the cupholder or LED lighting overheat, smoke, burn, or cause a fire?
- Did you suffer property damage, smoke exposure, medical bills, or other losses?
- Do you still have the furniture, receipt, model number, photos, repair records, or fire report?
Important Legal Actions or Recalls
| Event | Year | Type | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party Time Power Furniture Recall | 2023 | CPSC Recall | Repair | About 253,000 U.S. units recalled due to overheating LED cupholder fire hazard |
Potential Compensation
- Property damage repair or replacement costs
- Medical bills for burns or smoke exposure
- Temporary housing or cleanup expenses after a fire
- Lost wages or business interruption losses
- Pain and suffering in injury cases
Results vary. Past outcomes do not guarantee future results.
Legal Process Overview
- Consultation: A legal team reviews the furniture model, incident details, and damages.
- Investigation: Photos, receipts, model numbers, fire reports, repair records, and medical documentation are gathered.
- Filing: A claim may be filed if evidence supports liability and damages.
- Discovery: The parties exchange evidence about electrical components, warnings, testing, and reported overheating incidents.
- Resolution: The claim may resolve through settlement or further litigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What Party Time furniture was recalled?
A: The recall involves Signature Design by Ashley Party Time Collection power loveseats, sofas, and recliners with specific model numbers.
Q: Why was Party Time furniture recalled?
A: The furniture was recalled because the cupholder with LED lighting can overheat, creating a fire hazard.
Q: How many Party Time furniture units were recalled?
A: About 253,000 units were recalled in the United States, with about 9,450 additional units sold in Canada.
Q: Were injuries reported?
A: No injuries were reported, but Ashley Furniture received six reports involving overheating, fire, smoke damage, and damaged furniture.
Q: What should consumers do now?
A: Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled furniture and contact Ashley Furniture Industries for a free repair.
Q: Can I file a lawsuit after a Party Time furniture fire?
A: You may have a claim if recalled Party Time furniture caused documented property damage, smoke exposure, burns, medical expenses, or other financial losses.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Ashley-Furniture-Industries-Recalls-Party-Time-Power-Loveseats-Sofas-and-Recliners-Due-to-Fire-Hazard
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education
- https://www.saferproducts.gov/