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FLOR Inc. Recalls Carpet Tiles Due to Puncture Hazard

Published: May 9, 2007Recall ID: 07545Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

Pin-like needles can be embedded in the carpet tiles, posing a puncture wound hazard to consumers.

Product Description & Identification

The carpet tiles are made from a blend of wool and Kenaf, measure 20 inches by 20 inches and come in colors Corazon (beige), Herz (gray), and Coeur (light gray) The tiles have, "Made in USA" embossed on the bottom of each tile.

Affected Products

Heartfelt Carpet Tiles

Additional Source Details

FieldValue
U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/FLOR-Inc-Recalls-Carpet-Tiles-Due-to-Puncture-Hazard
TitleFLOR Inc. Recalls Carpet Tiles Due to Puncture Hazard
Images › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/243dcecd08744104aa5d54eba59edb3f.jpg
Images › CaptionRecalled Heartfelt Carpet Tiles
Hazards › NamePin-like needles can be embedded in the carpet tiles, posing a puncture wound hazard to consumers.
Injuries › NameFLOR has received three reports from consumers who have received a puncture, scratch or a small cut from coming into contact with needles in the carpet tiles. None of the injuries required outside medical attention.
Products › NameHeartfelt Carpet Tiles
Products › TypeCarpets/Rugs
Products › Category I D1875
Products › Number Of UnitsAbout 24,000 tiles
Recall I D3818
Remedies › NameConsumers will receive a full refund when the tiles are returned, or free replacement tiles of an equal value. The company is directly notifying those consumers who purchased the affected tiles online or through their catalog.
Retailers › NameFLOR's Web site, home décor boutiques, and in the firm's catalog nationwide from January 2006 through December 2006 for about $12 per tile.
Recall Date2007-05-09T00:00:00
DescriptionThe carpet tiles are made from a blend of wool and Kenaf, measure 20 inches by 20 inches and come in colors Corazon (beige), Herz (gray), and Coeur (light gray) The tiles have, "Made in USA" embossed on the bottom of each tile.
Recall Number07545
Manufacturers › NameInterfaceFLOR LLC, LaGrange, Ga.
Consumer ContactFor more information, contact FLOR at (866) 281-3567 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.florcatalog.com
Last Publish Date2015-02-19T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › CountryUnited States

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  • Recalling FirmInterfaceFLOR LLC, LaGrange, Ga.
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