CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, Hellenic Rug Imports Inc. Announce Recall of Shag Leather Rugs

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2005.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 06-016

Date: October 24, 2005

Product Name: Shag Leather Rugs

Recall Description:

The recall includes only beige and champagne leather shag rugs with Hellenic's name on the label. Large sizes include 5-feet by 8-feet and 8-feet by 11-feet and small-size rugs include 3-feet 5-inches by 5-feet 5-inches, 2-feet by 3-feet and 2-feet by 8-feet. A label on the rugs reads, "Hellenic Rug Imports, Inc."

Hazard Description:

The large rugs fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act and could ignite, presenting a risk of burn injuries. The smaller size rugs are missing labels identifying them as flammable.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Dispose, No Remedy Available

Units: About 1,800

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Internet and catalog retailers nationwide from September 2002 through October 2005 for between $50 and $600, depending on the size.

Manufactured In:

India