December 11, 2025 – A consumer recently reported that a sectional purchased from Bob’s Discount Furniture has experienced smoking and sparking on two separate occasions. The incidents raise significant safety concerns regarding potential fire hazards and electrical malfunctions.
Product Details
Incident Overview
According to an incident report filed on November 16, 2025, a consumer purchased a sectional sofa from Bob’s Discount Furniture. The report details two separate occurrences where the sectional began to smoke and spark. No further details were provided regarding the exact location on the sectional where the incidents occurred, the specific circumstances leading to the sparking/smoking (e.g., if an electrical device was plugged in nearby, if the sectional has integrated electrical components like recliners or USB ports), or whether any injuries or property damage resulted from these events. The report indicates these were isolated incidents but significant enough to prompt the consumer to report the safety concern.
Safety Concerns
The reported smoking and sparking from a piece of furniture, particularly a sectional sofa, poses severe safety risks to consumers and their property:
- Immediate Fire Hazard: The most critical danger is the potential for a fire. Sparks or smoke emanating from furniture often indicate an electrical short, overheating components, or combustible materials igniting. This could quickly escalate into a house fire, endangering residents and pets.
- Electrical Shock: If the smoking/sparking is due to an electrical malfunction, there is a risk of electrical shock to anyone touching the affected area of the sectional or potentially other connected components if the sectional has integrated electrical features.
- Smoke Inhalation: Even if a full-blown fire does not occur, smoke produced from smoldering materials can be toxic, causing respiratory irritation, and if inhaled over time, could lead to more serious health issues.
- Property Damage: Beyond the sectional itself, a fire could spread to other furnishings, walls, and the entire structure of a home, leading to extensive and costly property damage.
- Unidentified Cause: Without a clear understanding of what caused the smoking and sparking, the risk remains ongoing and unpredictable, potentially recurring at any time.
Who might be affected includes anyone in the vicinity of the sectional, particularly children and pets who may not recognize the danger.
What Consumers Should Do
If you own a sectional from Bob’s Discount Furniture and experience similar issues of smoking, sparking, or unusual odors:
- Immediately Evacuate and Ensure Safety: If smoke or sparks are present, prioritize the safety of all occupants and pets by moving to a safe location.
- Do Not Attempt to Use: Immediately stop using the sectional. If the sectional has any integrated electrical components (such as power recliners, USB ports, or lights), unplug them from the wall socket if it is safe to do so.
- Inspect with Caution: Visually inspect the sectional for any signs of charring, melting, or unusual odors, but do not touch any affected areas directly.
- Contact Bob’s Discount Furniture: Reach out to Bob’s Discount Furniture’s Customer Care team directly to report the incident and seek guidance on next steps.
- Report to CPSC: File a report with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at SaferProducts.gov. This helps the CPSC monitor product safety issues and take appropriate action.
- Document Everything: Take photos or videos of the issue, and keep records of all communications with the retailer and manufacturer.
Manufacturer’s Response
As of December 3, 2025, the specific response from Bob’s Discount Furniture regarding this particular incident report is noted as “Unknown.” However, the manufacturer has provided a general statement: “Bob’s mission is to provide unbeatable quality, style, comfort, and service at an affordable price. We take reports of product safety concerns seriously and always encourage customers with any concern to contact our Customer Care team at 800-569-1284.” Consumers are encouraged to contact Bob’s Discount Furniture directly regarding any safety concerns with their products.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.