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Product Recall
Shaw Industries Recalls Carpet Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe’s Stores
Shaw Industries Aristocrat II Carpet
Aristocrat II Carpet
Recall Date: December 12th, 2013
Type: Area Rugs or Carpets
Units: About 16,300 yards
Hazards: The carpet fails to meet federal flammability standards, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedies: Replace
Refund
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.
Description
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.
Images:
Shaw Industries Aristocrat II Carpet
Shaw Industries Aristocrat II Carpet Label
Consumer Contact:
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.Injuries:
None reported
Manufacturers:
Shaw Industries Inc., of Dalton, Ga.
Retailers:
Lowe’s stores nationwide between June 2013 and September 2013 for about $1 a square foot.
