CPSCMay 6, 2004consumer

CPSC, Shaw Industries Announce Recall of Flammable Carpet

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

The hazard

Due to a manufacturing error that over-treated the carpet with a "soil-resist" application, the carpet could readily ignite, presenting a serious risk of burn injuries. The recalled carpet violates the federal Flammable Fabrics Act.

What to do

Shaw Industries corrected the manufacturing error and will replace the recalled carpet with the same or comparable carpet.

Brands named

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Recall history

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