The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09277·Announced 2009-07-16

Chandra Rugs Recalls Art Collection Leather Shag Rugs Due to Fire Hazard

Chandra Rugs is recalling Art Collection Leather Shag Rugs because they fail federal flammability standards, posing fire and burn hazards. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Chandra Rugs, of Adairsville, Ga., is recalling approximately 400 "Art Collection" leather shag rugs. The recall was initiated because the rugs fail to meet federal flammability standards, which poses fire and burn hazards to consumers. The affected rugs were manufactured in India and sold at furniture stores nationwide and by Internet retailers from December 2007 through May 2009 for between $280 and $615.

The recalled rugs include specific style numbers located on the rug's label: ART3601-576, ART3601-79106, ART3601-79RD, ART3602-576, ART3602-79106, ART3602-79RD, ART3603-576, ART3603-79106, ART3603-79RD, ART3604-576, ART3604-79106, and ART3604-79RD. The rugs are available in black, brown, ivory/tan, and orange/beige colors in sizes ranging from 5' x 7'6" to 7'9" x 10'6" and 7'9" Round.

No injuries or illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rugs and contact Chandra Rugs to schedule a pick-up and arrange for a store credit or a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Chandra Rugs collect at (770) 548-8188 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.chandrarugs.com.

The recalled product

Product
Art Collection Leather Shag Rugs
Manufacturer
Chandra Rugs, of Adairsville, Ga.
Category
Consumer Product — Carpets/Rugs
Hazard
Affected units
400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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