Shaw Industries Recalls Carpet Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2013-12-12). Hazards: fire, non compliance. About 16,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 14053 |
| Published | 2013-12-12 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-07 |
| Product category | Area Rugs or Carpets |
| Products | Aristocrat II Carpet |
| Firm named in the title | Shaw Industries |
| Firms | Shaw Industries Inc., of Dalton, Ga. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 16,300 |
| Hazard classes | fire, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace |
| Sold | Lowe's stores nationwide between June 2013 and September 2013 for about $1 a square foot. |
Description
The recall involves Aristocrat II brand wall-to-wall carpet with style number 7L514. The carpet was sold in one color, "Pale Clay." A date stamp on the back of the carpet reads "USA 760 MEA 52545," the date "06-07-2013," a time range between 00:45 and 3:00 and the words "Pile: 100% Polyester." The stamp is repeated every six feet.
Hazard
The carpet fails to meet federal flammability standards, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Shaw Industries to determine if their carpet is included in the recall and for instructions on returning the product for refund or replacement.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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