The rugs fail to meet federal flammability standards
of ConsumerAffairs
Nourison Industries of Saddle Brook, N.J., is recalling about 1,400 I-CANDI area rugs.
The rugs fail to meet federal flammability standards, posing a fire hazard to consumers. No incidents or injuries have been reported.
This recall involves Nourison-branded I-CANDI collection polyester shag rugs. They were sold in one color, denim, consisting of a mix of dark blue, light blue and grey shades. The rugs measure 5-by 7-feet and 7-feet 6-inches by 9-feet 6-inches. “ICANDI COLLECTION” and “Nourison” are printed in black on a label affixed to the back of the rug.
The rugs, manufactured in China, were sold exclusively at The Home Depot stores in the following regions: Washington D.C.; San Diego, Calif.; San Francisco, Calif.; Las Vegas, Nev. and Houston, Texas in September 2012, for between $179 and $389.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rugs and contact Nourison for instructions on how to return the rug for a full refund or replacement, including shipping.
Consumers may contact Nourison at (800) 223-1110 ext. 2358 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.