Merax Full-Size and Twin-Size Murphy Beds Recall: What To Do

gigacloud technology recall notices went out on August 13, 2026, and this one involves furniture that hangs on a wall. GigaCloud Technology (USA) Inc., of El Monte, California, is recalling Merax Full-Size and Twin-Size Murphy Beds. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission assigned the action recall number 26694.

About 1,250 units are affected. The danger is not a small one. During assembly or disassembly, the wall bed frame can fall onto the person working on it. The CPSC describes deadly impact, crush and laceration hazards. Two consumers have already been hurt.

What the Gigacloud Technology Recall Covers

The gigacloud technology recall covers Merax-branded Murphy beds in two sizes. One is a full-size wall bed. The other is a twin-size wall bed. Both are the fold-up style that mounts against a wall. The bed frame swings down for sleeping and folds back up when not in use. That folding mechanism is the center of the problem.

The recalling firm is GigaCloud Technology (USA) Inc. The company is based in El Monte, California. Merax is the product brand named in the CPSC notice. If you own a Merax Murphy bed in full or twin size, treat this notice as relevant to you. For example, a bed bought secondhand still counts. The hazard travels with the product, not the receipt.

Roughly 1,250 units fall inside the recall population. That is a small number compared to many consumer recalls. However, a small unit count does not mean a small risk. In most cases, recall size reflects how many were sold, not how dangerous the item is. A wall bed weighs a great deal. One failure can be enough to cause serious harm.

Consult the official CPSC notice for the complete product identification details. That notice is the controlling public record for this action. Model listings, sale dates and retail channels are described there. Typically, the agency page also carries product photos. Compare those images to the bed in your home before you take any next step. Read the full CPSC recall notice for the Merax Murphy beds

The Hazard and Reported Injuries

The hazard is mechanical and it happens during handling. According to the CPSC, the frame of the wall bed can fall onto consumers during assembly or disassembly. The agency lists three harm types. Impact. Crush. Laceration. The notice describes these as deadly hazards. That is strong agency language and it should be read literally.

Injuries have already been reported in this gigacloud technology recall. The firm received two reports of Murphy beds falling during assembly. In both reports, the beds were not anchored to the wall at the time. Two consumers were injured. One sustained bruising to his head, neck and right shoulder. The other sustained a hit to his head, plus scrapes and bruising.

Anchoring appears central to both incidents. A Murphy bed relies on wall attachment and on spring or piston tension. If either is wrong, stored energy can release without warning. As a result, the frame can swing or drop toward the installer. Assembly is exactly when a person is closest to the moving parts.

The CPSC did not attach a severity classification to this action. That absence is not a statement that the risk is low. It simply means the record does not carry that field. The hazard description itself remains the better guide here.

What To Do If You Own This Product

Stop using the recalled Murphy beds immediately. That is the CPSC instruction and it is the first step. Do not disassemble the bed on your own to inspect it. Disassembly is one of the two moments the agency flagged as dangerous. Leave the unit alone until you have guidance from the company.

Contact GigaCloud Technology for a free repair kit. The remedy depends on whether the bed is already assembled. If you have not yet assembled it, you will receive a repair kit. That kit includes unloaded piston springs, updated assembly instructions and inspection instructions. Do not continue an in-progress assembly using the old instructions.

If you have already assembled the bed, you will receive inspection instructions instead. Follow them carefully and in order. If the inspection shows the bed was assembled incorrectly, the company will provide a professional installer. That installer will correct or complete the installation at no cost to you. In most cases, that professional route is the safer choice for a heavy folding frame.

Keep a simple record while you do this. Note your purchase date, retailer and any model or serial markings. Photograph the bed and its hardware before anything changes. Save emails and reference numbers from the company. Typically, this documentation matters later, whether for a warranty question or a medical claim. It costs nothing to keep and can be hard to recreate.

Does a Gigacloud Technology Recall Mean You Can Sue?

A recall is not a lawsuit. That distinction matters and it is worth stating plainly. A recall is a safety action taken by a company, often in cooperation with a federal agency. Its purpose is to remove or fix a hazard. It is not a court finding, an admission of legal fault, or a payout program.

The gigacloud technology recall therefore does not, by itself, create a legal claim for anyone. A recall alone is not a case. In most product injury matters, a claim generally requires more. Typically that means an actual injury, a defect, and a causal link between the two. Ownership of a recalled item without harm usually does not meet that bar.

However, the picture changes when someone is hurt. If a person was injured by a recalled product, the recall record can become relevant background. It may help show what the hazard was and when the company knew of it. Whether any specific person has a viable claim depends on facts, evidence and state law. If you were injured, you may be eligible to pursue a claim.

Nothing here is legal advice and no outcome is promised. Speak with a licensed attorney in your state about your own situation. Deadlines called statutes of limitations apply and they vary. As a result, waiting can quietly remove options. An initial consultation is usually free and carries no obligation.

How Recalls Connect to Mass Tort Cases

Recalls and mass torts are separate things that sometimes intersect. A recall notice creates a dated, public record of a known hazard. It names the product, the defect and the company. In later litigation, that record can become evidence. It can help establish what the manufacturer understood and when.

Historical examples show the pattern. Philips recalled millions of CPAP and ventilator devices over foam degradation, and extensive litigation followed. Takata airbag inflators were recalled across many automakers, and mass tort and criminal proceedings followed. In both, the recall came first and the legal process came later. Importantly, neither outcome was guaranteed by the recall itself. Most recalls never lead to mass tort litigation at all, and we are not aware of any lawsuit tied to this Merax Murphy bed action.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Murphy beds are covered by this recall?

The recall covers Merax Full-Size and Twin-Size Murphy Beds sold by GigaCloud Technology (USA) Inc. About 1,250 units are affected under CPSC recall number 26694. Check the official CPSC notice to confirm your specific unit.

Has anyone been injured by these Murphy beds?

Yes. The firm received two reports of Murphy beds falling during assembly while not anchored to the wall, injuring two consumers. One had bruising to his head, neck and right shoulder, and one was hit on the head with scrapes and bruising.

Does the free repair kit cost me anything?

No. GigaCloud Technology is providing the repair kit and inspection instructions at no cost. If an inspection shows incorrect assembly, the company will also supply a professional installer free of charge.

Were You Injured by a Recalled Product?

A recall by itself is a safety action, not a legal claim. However, if a recalled product caused a real injury, you may be eligible to pursue compensation. A licensed attorney can review your situation at no upfront cost — most work on contingency, meaning you pay nothing unless you recover.

Official Sources & Resources

Verify every recall against the issuing agency before acting:

• U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission: official recall database — the record of truth for this notice
• CPSC: cpsc.gov — household goods, toys, furniture, appliances
• FDA: fda.gov — food, drugs, and medical devices
• NHTSA: nhtsa.gov — vehicles, tires, and child car seats
• USDA FSIS: fsis.usda.gov — meat, poultry, and egg products

Content last reviewed August 2026. This is general educational information, not legal advice. If you notice outdated information, please contact us.

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