Ikea is recalling thousands of garlic presses sold in Canada
Ikea is asking Canadian customers who bought a specific kind of garlic press to stop using it because small metal pieces could detach and potentially be eaten.
www.ctvnews.caHere’s the latest on IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic press recalls.
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Summary: IKEA has recalled the 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic press (black), due to a production error that can cause small metal pieces to detach during use and potentially be ingested with food. The recall covers specific date stamps and article numbers, and customers are advised to stop using the product and seek a refund or replacement where available.[3][6][7]
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Regions and status:
- North America: In mid-2025, IKEA announced a recall affecting tens of thousands of units (roughly 54,000 globally across the US and Canada) with reports of metal fragments and associated injuries; refunds were offered without receipt in many cases.[5][6]
- Europe/Asia/Australia: Similar recall advisories were issued in various markets, with portable guidance to stop-use and return for refund; some country pages (e.g., Singapore) provided identification details and refund instructions.[1][7][3]
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How to identify affected units:
- Look for the IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic press in black and check the handle area for the IKEA logo marking on the upper handle, which indicates eligibility for recall actions. Affected date stamps range from 2411 to 2522 (YYWW). If in doubt, stop using and contact IKEA for guidance.[7][3]
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What to do if you own one:
- Do not use the press. Contact IKEA customer service or visit an IKEA store to initiate a refund or disposal guidance; many markets offered refunds without a receipt. The process is designed to be straightforward to remove the barrier of proof of purchase.[6][3][7]
Illustration (example): A recalled item and the marking on the upper handle can help confirm eligibility at a glance; if the logo is present on the upper handle, treat it as potentially recalled and seek refund.[3]
If you’d like, I can tailor the guidance to your country (Brazil/São Paulo) and provide the exact refund steps or nearest return locations based on local IKEA policies.[3]