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J.C. Penney Recalls Shag Rugs Due to Fire Hazard

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsOct 12, 2007
Recalled Rug: Red/Natural/Brown
Recalled Rug: Red/Natural/Brown
Recalled Rugs: Chocolate/Olive/Natural, Gold/Rust/Natural, Blue/Rust/Green/Natural
Recalled Rugs: Chocolate/Olive/Natural, Gold/Rust/Natural, Blue/Rust/Green/Natural

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Hazard

The rugs fail to meet federal standards for flammability and could ignite, posing a risk of fire and burn injuries to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled rugs immediately and return the rugs to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

None.

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.

Sold on

The J.C. Penney catalog and Web site from June 2007 through August 2007 for between $30 and $300.

Contact the company

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 should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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