Tristar Products Recalls AquaRug Shower Rugs Due to Fall Hazard
This recall was issued January 28, 2016.
- Posted
- January 28, 2016
- Recall Number
- 16084
- Quantity
- About 1.4 million (in addition 70,000 rugs were sold in Canada)
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
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.
Action Taken
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.
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Incidents & Injuries
Tristar has received 60 reports of consumers falling in the shower or bathtub while on the recalled four suction cup rugs, including 30 reports of injuries such as bruises, cuts, and fractured or broken bones.