J.C. Penney Recalls Shag Rugs Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 08025 · announced October 12, 2007 · J.c. Penney · 2,900 units affected
The product
This recall involves "Alyssa" shag rugs that were available in the following dimensions: 2' x 3' oval, 4' x 6' oval, 5' x 8' oval, 8' x 11' oval, 8' round, and a 2' x 6' rectangular runner. The rugs have a one-inch pile height and were available in four color patterns: red/natural/brown, chocolate/olive/natural, gold/rust/natural, and blue/rust/green/natural.
The hazard
The rugs fail to meet federal standards for flammability and could ignite, posing a risk of fire and burn injuries to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled rugs immediately and return the rugs to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None.
Sold at: The J.C. Penney catalog and Web site from June 2007 through August 2007 for between $30 and $300.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.jcp.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.