J.C. Penney Alyssa Shag Rugs

Description: J.C. Penney Recalls Shag Rugs Due to Fire Hazard NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 12, 2007 Release #08-025 Firm’s Recall Hotline: (888) 333-6063 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 J.C. Penney Recalls Shag Rugs Due to Fire Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: “Alyssa” Shag Rugs Units: About 2,900 Importer: J.C. Penney, of Plano, Texas Hazard: The rugs fail to meet federal standards for flammability and could ignite, posing a risk of fire and burn injuries to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: None. 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 through: The J.C. Penney catalog and Web site from June 2007 through August 2007 for between $30 and $300. Manufactured in: India Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled rugs immediately and return the rugs to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund. Consumer 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 Red/Natural/Brown Chocolate/Olive/Natural Gold/Rust/Natural Blue/Rust/Green/Natural [Learn More]