CPSC

Tuftex Wall-to-Wall Carpet Recalled for Burn Hazard

Recalled Tuftex Wall-to-Wall Carpet
Recalled Tuftex Wall-to-Wall Carpet
Recalled Tuftex Wall-to-Wall Carpet
Recalled Tuftex Wall-to-Wall Carpet

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 You Should Do

Remedy

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

Consumer Contact

Contact Shaw Industries from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET at (800) 441-7429 for instructions on how to have the carpet replaced free. Consumers also can visit the firm's Web site: www.shawfloors.com

Products

Tuftex Wall-to-Wall Carpet

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Carpet retailers nationwide, from January 15, 2004 through February 15, 2004, for $50 to $75 per square yard.