Mohawk is recalling approximately 101,000 Altitude Gold shag area rugs because the large sizes fail to meet federal flammability standards and can ignite. While no incidents or injuries have been reported, these rugs were sold exclusively at The Home Depot stores nationwide and online from August 2013 through September 2014. Large rugs are eligible for a refund, while small rugs are being recalled for missing required federal flammability warning labels.
The large rugs can catch fire if exposed to an ignition source, posing a risk of fire and burns to consumers. The small rugs do not have the mandatory permanent label warning consumers that the product is flammable and should not be used near sources of ignition.
Consumers should contact Mohawk to receive a refund for the large rugs and a warning label to be affixed to the underside of the small rugs.
Mohawk Altitude shag rug
Label on the underside of the Mohawk Altitude shag rug
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response