J.C. Penney Shag Rugs recall: Fire Hazard
J.C. Penney Recalls Shag Rugs Due to Fire Hazard
Why was J.C. Penney Shag Rugs recalled?
The rugs fail to meet federal standards for flammability and could ignite, posing a risk of fire and burn injuries to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the recalled rugs immediately and return the rugs to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund. 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
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Alyssa Shag Rugs
- Company
- J.C. Penney, of Plano, Texas
- Quantity
- About 2,900
- Sold at
- The J.C. Penney catalog and Web site from June 2007 through August 2007 for between $30 and $300.
- Recall date
- October 12, 2007
- Incidents / injuries
- None.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
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.