Tempur Pedic beds and bed frames

4 reports to CPSC, the latest made Jul 27, 2026. A report isn’t a recall.

Watch it to hear when CPSC publishes new reports about it. CPSC’s own search

Watch and the shortlist are kept with a free account, on every device. Your watch list. CPSC’s own search is on saferproducts.gov.

At a glance

From SaferProducts.gov, released Oct 25, 2026.

4reports to CPSC
Jul 27, 2026the latest report was made
Jun 3, 2013the earliest
4with the company’s comments

Brand: Tempur Pedic
Maker: Tempur PedicMakers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product: Beds and bed framesCPSC’s product type: Beds or Bedframes, Other or Not Specified (code 4076), in Furniture, Furnishings & Decorations: Bedroom, Bedding & Bath

Other ways the reports write the brand (1)

“Tempurpedic”

By month

2 reports from August 2025 to July 2026; the most in July 2026, 1. 2 earlier reports, since June 2013, are in the table.

The numbers, as a table

Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
Month	Reports
July 2026	1
May 2026	1
March 2018	1
June 2013	1

How badly anyone was hurt

Seen by a doctor or nurse 1 CPSC: Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
No one hurt 3 CPSC: Incident, No Injury

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.

CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.

No one hurt
Made Jul 27, 2026, sent to the company Aug 5, 2026, published by CPSC Aug 19, 2026

The product, in the report: PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Product - Adjustable bed base, powered, split California King configuration. Brand - Tempur-Pedic. Model - TEMPUR-Ergo ProSmart Adjustable Base, retailer item no. 143786P. Two units. Manufacturer - Tempur Sealy International, Inc., 1000 Tempur Way, Lexington, KY 40511. Mattresses in use on the bases - TEMPUR-LuxeBreeze Medium Hybrid 13 inches, split California King, retailer item no. 143781P. Two units. Retailer - Mattress Firm, store number 501076, 5414 Crossings Drive, Suite 101, Rocklin, California 95677. Date purchased - May 16, 2026. Date delivered and installed by retailer - July 18, 2026. Product still in my possession - Yes. Removed from service. INCIDENT DESCRIPTION Two powered adjustable bases were installed side by side in a split California King configuration, each supporting its own split California King mattress. The two bases articulate independently. When one base is raised or lowered while the other remains stationary, the two mattresses move relative to one another and the gap between them opens and closes. As delivered and installed, with both bases flat and level, the gap between the two mattresses measures approximately four inches and runs the length of the sleeping surface. This is the condition of the product at rest. It is not a product of articulation. A split California King consists of two halves that are intended to meet and form a single seventy-two inch sleeping surface. These do not meet. On July 21, 2026, three days after the retailer installed the system, the arm of my six-year-old son became lodged in the gap between the two mattresses while he was on the bed. It did not come free on its own and I had to extract it. He was not injured and required no treatment. The bases were not actuated while his arm was trapped. Had either base been actuated at that moment, whether by a control input from him, from another occupant of the bed, or inadvertently, his arm would have been drawn into the closing space between the two mattresses and the moving base frames beneath them. The mechanism is powered and is operated by handheld and application-based controls that a child can reach and activate. The hazard is that a split adjustable base configuration creates an accessible, powered pinch and shear point running the length of the bed, at a height and location readily reachable by a small child, with no barrier, guard, obstruction sensor, or interlock preventing access to it or arresting motion when something is in the gap. For comparison, and without contending that either standard governs this product, the FDA Hospital Bed System Dimensional and Assessment Guidance recommends that openings in the identified head-entrapment zones be less than 120 mm, or 4.75 inches, and identifies 2.375 inches as the neck-entrapment dimension. CPSC adopted the same 120 mm dimension in its safety standard for adult portable bed rails, where it represents the head breadth of a fifth percentile adult female. A four-inch gap is nearly double the neck-entrapment dimension, and the head dimension is calibrated to an adult rather than a young child. Both standards address static gaps. This gap closes under motor power. So far as I am aware, no mandatory federal standard addresses gap dimensions or obstruction detection in consumer adjustable bed bases sold in split configurations. The industry appears to recognize the hazard. The Sleep Number published support guidance for split king mattress separation instructs owners that if the gap creates a safety concern, or if a child, pet, or sleeper could get caught in the space, the owner should contact support before using the bed again. The Tempur-Pedic published owner manuals for the TEMPUR-Ergo line state, verbatim, CAUTION - Keep children away from electrically adjustable beds and control units. There is risk of injury and electric shock. That warning does not identify limb entrapment in the mattress gap as the mechanism. I do not know whether the installation crew for the retailer fitted the mattress retainer hardware specified for this configuration. I have asked the retailer and the manufacturer to confirm what hardware was specified and what was installed. HARM No injury occurred and no treatment was required. This report is submitted on the basis of an actual entrapment event and the risk of injury it demonstrates. The foreseeable injury is a crush or shear injury to the hand, arm, or head of a young child. ACTION TAKEN The system has been removed from service. I have notified the retailer and the manufacturer in writing of the entrapment and the hazard.

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Product - Adjustable bed base, powered, split California King configuration. Brand - Tempur-Pedic. Model - TEMPUR-Ergo ProSmart Adjustable Base, retailer item no. 143786P. Two units. Manufacturer - Tempur Sealy International, Inc., 1000 Tempur Way, Lexington, KY 40511. Mattresses in use on the bases - TEMPUR-LuxeBreeze Medium Hybrid 13 inches, split California King, retailer item no. 143781P. Two units. Retailer - Mattress Firm, store number 501076, 5414 Crossings Drive, Suite 101, Rocklin, California 95677. Date purchased - May 16, 2026. Date delivered and installed by retailer - July 18, 2026. Product still in my possession - Yes. Removed from service. INCIDENT DESCRIPTION Two powered adjustable bases were installed side by side in a split California King configuration, each supporting its own split California King mattress. The two bases articulate independently. When one base is raised or lowered while the other remains stationary, the two mattresses move relative to one another and the gap between them opens and closes. As delivered and installed, with both bases flat and level, the gap between the two mattresses measures approximately four inches and runs the length of the sleeping surface. This is the condition of the product at rest. It is not a product of articulation. A split California King consists of two halves that are intended to meet and form a single seventy-two inch sleeping surface. These do not meet. On July 21, 2026, three days after the retailer installed the system, the arm of my six-year-old son became lodged in the gap between the two mattresses while he was on the bed. It did not come free on its own and I had to extract it. He was not injured and required no treatment. The bases were not actuated while his arm was trapped. Had either base been actuated at that moment, whether by a control input from him, from another occupant of the bed, or inadvertently, his arm would have been drawn into the closing space between the two mattresses and the moving base frames beneath them. The mechanism is powered and is operated by handheld and application-based controls that a child can reach and activate. The hazard is that a split adjustable base configuration creates an accessible, powered pinch and shear point running the length of the bed, at a height and location readily reachable by a small child, with no barrier, guard, obstruction sensor, or interlock preventing access to it or arresting motion when something is in the gap. For comparison, and without contending that either standard governs this product, the FDA Hospital Bed System Dimensional and Assessment Guidance recommends that openings in the identified head-entrapment zones be less than 120 mm, or 4.75 inches, and identifies 2.375 inches as the neck-entrapment dimension. CPSC adopted the same 120 mm dimension in its safety standard for adult portable bed rails, where it represents the head breadth of a fifth percentile adult female. A four-inch gap is nearly double the neck-entrapment dimension, and the head dimension is calibrated to an adult rather than a young child. Both standards address static gaps. This gap closes under motor power. So far as I am aware, no mandatory federal standard addresses gap dimensions or obstruction detection in consumer adjustable bed bases sold in split configurations. The industry appears to recognize the hazard. The Sleep Number published support guidance for split king mattress separation instructs owners that if the gap creates a safety concern, or if a child, pet, or sleeper could get caught in the space, the owner should contact support before using the bed again. The Tempur-Pedic published owner manuals for the TEMPUR-Ergo line state, verbatim, CAUTION - Keep children away from electrically adjustable beds and control units. There is risk of injury and electric shock. That warning does not identify limb entrapment in the mattress gap as the mechanism. I do not know whether the installation crew for the retailer fitted the mattress retainer hardware specified for this configuration. I have asked the retailer and the manufacturer to confirm what hardware was specified and what was installed. HARM No injury occurred and no treatment was required. This report is submitted on the basis of an actual entrapment event and the risk of injury it demonstrates. The foreseeable injury is a crush or shear injury to the hand, arm, or head of a young child. ACTION TAKEN The system has been removed from service. I have notified the retailer and the manufacturer in writing of the entrapment and the hazard.

Model
TEMPUR-LuxeBreeze Medium Hybrid 13 inches, split C
UPC
unknown
Serial number
unknown
Bought from
Mattress Firm, store number 501076, 5414 Crossings
Bought
May 16, 2026, about then
Where
Granite Bay, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 6, Male
The reporter’s relation to them
My Child
As this report names them
Brand tempur pedic, made or sold by Tempur Pedic
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(8/18/2026) Tempur Pedic: Tempur Sealy International takes all reports involving the safety of our products seriously and is grateful that no injury occurred in this incident. Split adjustable base configurations have been on the market for decades. This is the first report of a child’s arm becoming lodged between mattresses in any Tempur Sealy split adjustable base configuration, and the Company is wholly confident in the safety of these products. Split adjustable bedding products consist of two independently operating bases and mattresses. In split configurations, each mattress articulates independently to provide individualized comfort and positioning. A space between the mattresses is an inherent characteristic of the split design, necessary for independent movement, and does not indicate a defect or unsafe condition. Indeed, the Tempur Sealy products at issue meet or exceed every applicable industry standard. (The report refers to details of other guidance which the submitter acknowledges were developed for different products and does not apply to adjustable bed bases intended for consumer use.) The adjustable base was tested and certified by Intertek, a global testing and certification company, to meet voluntary safety standards for household and commercial furnishings. Additionally, as the report notes, the products come with an express warning that adjustable bases contain powered moving parts and that children should not play on or around the product due to the potential for injury and electric shock. Adult supervision is necessary whenever young children are present around adjustable furniture with motorized components to avoid risk of any type of physical or electrical injury to children. Based on our review, including the decades-long market history, this report does not indicate that split adjustable base configurations for home use present a product defect or unreasonable risk when used in accordance with its warnings and instructions. Tempur Sealy encourages any consumer with questions or concerns about our products to contact us directly so our consumer affairs team can discuss a resolution. Tempur Sealy requests that this response be published alongside the consumer report to provide consumers with accurate and balanced information regarding the product and its intended use.

CPSC report 20260727-EAC70-2147313310. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made May 13, 2026, sent to the company May 22, 2026, published by CPSC Jun 8, 2026

The product, in the report: Adjustable Mattress Base

We recently purchased a new mattress and base from Matress Firm. The two speakers for the lower part of the bed that operate as a massage unit are both vibrating loudly, are hot to the touch after just a few seconds of running smell like burnt electrical wiring. I think this bed may be a fire danger and is clearly malfunctioning.
I notified Mattress Firm right after I arrived home the day of the delivery and realized that something was wrong with the base. Mattress Firm initially responded by asking for more detail which I responded back to them with. But since then they have not has responded to any of my requeststo remedy this problem so unfortunately I have to address this outside of their company to see what avenues we have to resolve this matter.
In the meantime we have a potential liability for them and for us in our home and smelling of burnt electrical. I dont know what to do.

Model
Ergo ProSmart
Serial number
09326087121-095098
Bought from
Matress Firm, California
Bought
Apr 17, 2026, about then
Where
Novato, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 68, Unknown
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Tempur Pedic, made or sold by Tempur Pedic
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(5/29/2026) Tempur Pedic: Tempur-Pedic North America, LLC (“Tempur-Pedic”) writes in response to the above-referenced consumer report concerning a Tempur-Pedic Ergo ProSmart adjustable mattress base, serial number [REDACTED]. Tempur-Pedic appreciates the Commission’s role in protecting consumers and welcomes the opportunity to respond to the concerns raised. Tempur-Pedic takes consumer safety seriously and is sorry the submitter experienced an issue. We have reviewed the report carefully and provide the following information about the product and the consumer’s described experience. The report states that the consumer purchased a mattress and adjustable base from [REDACTED] in California, with an estimated purchase date of April 17, 2026. The consumer reported that two massage-unit speakers in the lower portion of the base were vibrating loudly, became hot to the touch after a few seconds of operation, and smelled like burnt electrical wiring. The report identifies the incident date as April 30, 2026, indicates that the incident occurred in the consumer’s home, and reports no injury. Tempur-Pedic reviewed its available customer-service records and did not identify a prior complaint or service record from this consumer in any of its systems using the consumer’s email address or phone number. While Tempur-Pedic has not received any other complaints regarding this type of malfunction for this product, the consumer’s adjustable base has been replaced as a courtesy. Because the replacement had already been processed, the original base was no longer available for inspection. Tempur-Pedic appreciates the opportunity to provide this response and remains committed to addressing consumer concerns promptly and appropriately.

CPSC report 20260513-7A66A-2147319411. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
No one hurt
Made Mar 21, 2018, sent to the company Mar 29, 2018, published by CPSC Apr 12, 2018

The product, in the report: Motorized adjustable bed base.

I had unplugged my Tempurpedic Ergo Premier adjustable base for about 30 minutes while I rearranged my bedroom. When I plugged it back in I heard a pop, I tested the bed and it worked fine and then left the room. I came back about 10 minutes late and immediately noticed the room was Smokey I checked the bed power supply and saw smoke pouring out of it and just as I unplugged it, there was a flame.

Model
Power Converter CL Rev0 CSP073001
Serial number
0009840
Bought from
Sleepys
Bought
Sep 7, 2013
Where
Suffolk, Virginia: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Unspecified
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
Brand Tempurpedic, made or sold by Tempur Pedic
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Incident, No Injury

The company’s comments, in its own words

(4/11/2018) Tempur Pedic: At Tempur-Pedic, the safety of our products is of utmost importance to us. We ensure that our products comply with all applicable government requirements, from the local to the federal level and we are deeply concerned whenever a concern is voiced about one of our products. As part of our on-going commitment to product safety, we are working with this customer and carefully evaluating their report.

CPSC report 20180314-C2D02-2147389283. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov
Seen by a doctor or nurse
Made Jun 3, 2013, sent to the company Jul 10, 2013, published by CPSC Jul 24, 2013

The product, in the report: Vibrating Adjustable King Sized Bed w/Two Twin Sized Mattresses

Mattress w/massage feature and head/foot raising feature purchased around February 24th, 2013 but delivered March 4th, 2013
March 5th, 2013 was the first time the caller used the massage feature she believes that she accidently turned it to the highest setting.
Vibration should stop automatically after 30 minutes and the head area did just that but the foot area did not shut off, she couldn’t shut it off with the controller so she got up and unplugged it to cut power.
She did not plug it back in but when she returned to bed after unplugging the power to the vibration she states that her body was still vibrating, she could not sleep because of the shaking in her body.
She went to a different bed in her house in the attempt to stop shaking, however it did not stop and it continued through the next day whether she was sitting or lying down or moving around.
She has been to her physician twice because she hasn’t been able to sleep because of these tremors. The doctor on the initial visit prescribed sleep medicine she is waiting for the referral from her physician to enable to be seen by neurologist.
A contract signed at purchases says the bases are non-refundable. They were $3000 each.
She did contact the store who advised her that the vibrating bases are not returnable. Total cost of mattress and bases were $9700

Model
A-AB-A18-WW
Bought from
Sleep Outfitters, Tennessee
Bought
Feb 24, 2013, about then
Where
Nashville, Tennessee: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Who was involved
Age 65, Female
The reporter’s relation to them
Self
As this report names them
made or sold by Tempur Pedic
How badly, in CPSC’s words
Injury, Seen by Medical Professional

The company’s comments, in its own words

(7/18/2013) Tempur Pedic: At Tempur-Pedic, the safety of our products is of utmost importance to us. We ensure that our products comply with all applicable government requirements, from the local to the federal level and we are deeply concerned whenever a concern is voiced about one of our products. As part of our on-going commitment to product safety, we will carefully evaluate this report. Further, we are attempting to communicate directly with the customer to address the specifics of this report.

CPSC report 20130603-6FFE5-1331378. Submitter: Consumer Search for it on SaferProducts.gov

CPSC’s disclaimer

Disclaimer: CPSC does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the contents of the Publicly Available Consumer Product Safety Information Database on SaferProducts.gov, particularly with respect to information submitted by people outside of CPSC.

Word for word, from the disclaimer in CPSC’s export.

Sources

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, SaferProducts.gov public database export.

Released Oct 25, 2026 and checked Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily. Public domain (U.S. Government work). CPSC asks to be credited, and that no endorsement be implied.

Reports of harm are from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), on SaferProducts.gov. CPSC does not endorse Hearth Record.

Tempur Pedic beds and bed frames

At a glance

By month

How badly anyone was hurt

The reports, as CPSC published them

CPSC’s disclaimer

Sources

How to read a record

Every fact names its source.

A number never stands alone.

What needs attention is marked.

The public record comes first.