CPSC, Classic Concepts and Pottery Barn Announce Recall of Flammable Rugs
CPSC recall 04186 · announced July 23, 2004 · Classic Concepts Of Los Angeles, Calif · 960 units affected
The product
The recalled Pottery Barn Bailey Chenille Rugs are "periwinkle blue" color only. Two models/sizes are recalled: 4479028 (8' x 10') and 4479036 (5' x 8'). These rugs are 65% rayon and 35% cotton.
The hazard
The recalled rugs violate the federal Flammable Fabrics Act and could ignite, presenting a risk of burn injuries.
What to do (per CPSC)
Full refund. Consumers should stop using the rugs and contact Classic Concepts to arrange for the rug to be picked up and shipped back to Classic Concepts. Consumers will receive a full refund when the recalled rugs are returned.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Pottery Barn retail stores nationwide, from November 11, 2002 to August 27, 2003, for $199 to $399.
Consumer contact: Call Classic Concepts (ask for Eden Courtney) at (800) 254-1927, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mountain Time) or go to the Pottery Barn website at www.potterybarn.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.