Latest News About Ikea Garlic Press Recall

Here’s the latest I can share about IKEA garlic press recalls based on recent reports:

• IKEA recalled its black IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic press globally due to a risk that small metal pieces can detach during use, posing laceration and ingestion hazards. The recall was publicly announced in mid-2025 and covers specific batch/date codes. If you own one, stop using it and contact IKEA for a full refund or disposal instructions.

• The affected models include article numbers 201.521.58, 305.781.89, and 601.636.02, with production date stamps ranging in a defined window. The company has provided store-return options and refunds even without a receipt.

• Impacts span the U.S. and Canada, with tens of thousands of units recalled (around 54,000 globally in some summaries). Canada reported over 10,000 units affected, and U.S. figures are included in recall disclosures. If you’re unsure whether yours is part of the recall, IKEA recommends returning any garlic press with the logo on the upper handle to a store for evaluation.

What you should do next:

• Check your garlic press for the IKEA logo on the upper part of the handle and verify the article numbers if available (201.521.58, 305.781.89, 601.636.02) and any date stamps. If it matches, stop using it immediately and contact IKEA for a refund or disposal instructions.
• If you’re outside the U.S./Canada, verify regional recall notices via IKEA’s safety recall pages or your local consumer safety authority. Regional recall pages often mirror the same safety guidance.

Illustration (example of what to look for):

• Black 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic press with IKEA logo on the upper handle, model variants corresponding to the article numbers above. If you own this design, treat it as recalled.

If you’d like, I can pull the most recent regional recall page for your location or help you track the exact return steps for Malta/Valletta if IKEA operates there or partners with local retailers.