CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The carpet fails to meet federal flammability standards, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Shaw Industries Recalls Carpet Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores
The recall involves Aristocrat II brand wall-to-wall carpet with style number 7L514. The carpet was sold in one color, "Pale Clay." A date stamp on the back of the carpet reads "USA 760 MEA 52545," the date "06-07-2013," a time range between 00:45 and 3:00 and the words "Pile: 100% Polyester." The stamp is repeated every six feet.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately contact Shaw Industries to determine if their carpet is included in the recall and for instructions on returning the product for refund or replacement.
Contact Information
Shaw Industries at (800) 441-7429 (800-441-SHAW) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.shawfloors.com and click on "Product Recall" for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
Lowe's stores nationwide between June 2013 and September 2013 for about $1 a square foot.
Injuries
None reported
Manufacturer
Shaw Industries Inc., of Dalton, Ga.
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
14053
Product Information
Product Name
Aristocrat II Carpet
Product Type
Area Rugs or Carpets
Number of Units
About 16,300 yards
Manufacturer Name
Shaw Industries Inc., of Dalton, Ga.
Manufactured In
United States