CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Due to a manufacturing error, an uneven application of a latex pre-coat treatment containing a flame retardant was applied to the carpet backing. As a result, the carpet does not meet flammability standards, as required under the federal Flammable Fabrics Act. The carpet could ignite, posing a serious risk of burn injuries to consumers.
CPSC, Shaw Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Carpet Sold at Menards Stores
The recalled wall-to-wall carpet was manufactured by Shaw Industries exclusively for sale by Menard Inc. in its Menards stores. The recalled carpet was sold under the Menard style number 75123 and style name "Southern Breezes" in the colors Toast, Midnight and Clove.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers with recalled carpet should contact Shaw Industries to arrange for free replacement carpeting and installation.
Contact Information
Contact Shaw Industries at (800) 441-7429 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.shawfloors.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Certain Menards stores in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin, from April 2004 through June 1, 2004, for $0.88 per square foot.
Injuries
None reported.
Manufacturer
Shaw Industries Inc., of Dalton, Ga.
Recall Number
05129
Product Information
Product Name
Shaw Industries' "Southern Breezes" Wall-to-Wall Carpet
Product Type
Carpets/Rugs
Number of Units
About 5,000 square yards (about 700 individual units) of carpet
Manufacturer Name
Shaw Industries Inc., of Dalton, Ga.
Manufactured In
United States