It seems that the complaints of odor occurred a long time ago. Recent reviews are positive. Is this the case?
1019359
Nope -- purchased in mid-2014. Odor was unbelievably strong when opened. Aired it out in open space of a spare room for several months. Not only did it not get rid of the overwhelmingly strong chemical smell, it made the entire room stink instead! Threw it out, room took days to stop smelling after I threw it out!
1019360
I had no problems with the smell of the product, initially if I had a strong odor but the second day and disappeared, the product is espectaculat and durability is perfect, I am very satisfied with the purchase.
1019361
Mine smells pretty bad but I let it air out about a week before I put it on the bed now I don't notice any smell but it is definitely not very soft
1019362
there was maybe a faint order. not bad at all. when it was taken out of the package, but as the instructions said, let it air out a couple of days before you use it. i followed those instructions and there was no smell at all when i put it on my futon and put on some fresh sheets. again i was very pleased with the product, and will purchase another one again sometime in the near future. i hope this helps.
849152
Not sure, maybe it's old? Mine did not and doesn't smell bad now. Good luck.
804213
Yes, it did have a bit of odor when new. I did not notice when odor finally became imperceptible but I know I was noticing it even after a month. Seemed like odor was from adhesive they used.
2067025
I'm not sure if I have the discontinued ones or not? I bought mine around the end of January if that's any indication. The ones I have don't actually give off much of an odor. Sorry I wish I could help you more.
1573502
I have been using this product for months, and it always has the same strange odor. I have not had any problems with the product.
247858
I use have used these the last few years and have not had the same problem. I just opened the box I have at home and it has no odor. I don't have an answer of why yours is so pungent. (Bad batch?mildew?)
1404526
the packaging may contribute to the odor. I am extremely sensitive to synthetic odors. You may not have that problem. Best wishes
343773
I bought the 17005 used and it has been giving off a vomit-like odor since I got it. I installed a new pre-filter so I think the permanent filter must be releasing odors. I wish it was washable, not just vacuum - the smells might come out better. I do not want to drop another $40 for a new filter. That would be almost what I paid for the air cleaner!
41337
I have not had any problems with smell. However, I do empty it every day or every other day depending on quantity.
1096653
I just got my new rabbit air, and, so far, I am disappointed by its ability to eliminate odors--and specifically of the perfume or new paint type. I will be in touch with the manufacturer. It seems to be functioning well in other respects, and I am certain that everything is properly installed.
113277
I received mine today and it has a VERY strong odor. Which, is making the headache that I got this product to help with, much worse.
2011802
I had no odor from mine at all. If you have examined the interior to make sure nothing is there that shouldn't be, then notify Amazon.
335957
It's been over a year since I used it, but I don't recall being bothered by an overwhelming odor from the bag. Odor was not an issue for me. Hope this helps.
656384
I got mine a long time ago, I don't really remember if they smelled right out of the box, if they did, they definitely don't smell anymore!!
745172
I purchased one for a friend of mine. She also complained of the plastic odor. I advised her to wait a few more days and if it persisted, we would return it. She waited another 2 to 3 days and the odor was gone and she likes it. This is typical on many electric appliances of plastic. Hope it works for you.
2253083
No - there was no odor at all! I have ordered two of these on separate occasions and never had an issue with any type of odor.
1446400
Hi, I unpacked my chair 6 weeks ago and now can detect a little bit of smell only and only if I really try to find it ;) My nose is average and at the time of unpacking I didn't really notice anything disturbing.