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Tristar Products Recalls AquaRug Shower Rugs Due to Fall Hazard

Reported: January 28, 2016 Initiated: January 28, 2016 #16084

Product Description

This recall involves Aqua Rugs with four plastic suction cups. The rugs are intended to provide a slip-resistant surface in the shower or bathtub. The rugs were sold in beige and clear, and in two sizes: 29.5 inches by 17.25 inches for use in the bathtub, and 21.75 inches by 19.75 inches for use in a shower stall. The rugs have a plastic border and only four plastic suction cups, one affixed to the underside of each corner of the rug. "AquaRug" and "As Seen On TV" are printed on the front of the cardboard packaging.

Reason for Recall

The four suction cups on the underside of the rugs can fail to prevent slipping, posing a fall hazard to the user.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shower rugs and contact Tristar for instructions on how to dispose of the rugs and to obtain a free replacement rug.

Details

Units Affected
About 1.4 million (in addition 70,000 rugs were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Aqua Rugs with four plastic suction cups. The rugs are intended to provide a slip-resistant surface in the shower or bathtub. The rugs were sold in beige and clear, and in two sizes: 29.5 inches by 17.25 inches for use in the bathtub, and 21.75 inches by 19.75 inches for use in a shower stall. The rugs have a plastic border and only four plastic suction cups, one affixed to the underside of each corner of the rug. "AquaRug" and "As Seen On TV" are printed on the front of the cardboard packaging.. Units affected: About 1.4 million (in addition 70,000 rugs were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The four suction cups on the underside of the rugs can fail to prevent slipping, posing a fall hazard to the user.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shower rugs and contact Tristar for instructions on how to dispose of the rugs and to obtain a free replacement rug.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 28, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16084.