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CPSC recall · Reported June 19, 2006

Phil Vassil Rugs Recalls Flokati Rugs for Fire Hazard

These rugs fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act and could ignite, presenting a risk of burn injuries.

Recall #
06559
Affected scope
55 (About 18 were sold to consumers)
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Phil Vassil Rugs, of New York, N.y. recalled This recall includes Phil Vassil rugs with model numbers 1500 (white) and 2000 (black), w… - a moderate-severity action.

Phil Vassil Rugs Recalls Flokati Rugs for Fire Hazard was recalled by Phil Vassil Rugs, of New York, N.y. in June 19, 2006. Reason: These rugs fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act and c…. Remedy: Owners of the rug should stop using these rugs, and contact Phil Vassil Rugs. The company…. Verify recall #06559 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Phil Vassil Rugs, of New York, N.y. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-These rugs fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act and c….

Moderate
severity level
June 19, 2006
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06559 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #06559) was formally reported on June 19, 2006. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Phil Vassil Rugs, of New York, N.y. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 55 (About 18 were sold to consumers).

The documented reason for this recall is: These rugs fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act and could ignite, presenting a risk of burn injuries. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Owners of the rug should stop using these rugs, and contact Phil Vassil Rugs. The company will provide the owners with a free replacement rug. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

55 (About 18 were sold to consumers)

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall includes Phil Vassil rugs with model numbers 1500 (white) and 2000 (black), which is written on the underside of the rugs. The units are 5 feet by 7 feet, and are made of 100 percent wool. The rugs bear an adhesive label that reads, in part, ".FLOKATI RUG.HAND MADE PURE WOOL.MADE IN GREECE.SIZE APPROX. 5 X 7 FT.QUALITY 1500GR/CM."

Reason for recall

These rugs fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act and could ignite, presenting a risk of burn injuries.

Remedy, what to do

Owners of the rug should stop using these rugs, and contact Phil Vassil Rugs. The company will provide the owners with a free replacement rug.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 06559
Date reported June 19, 2006
Date initiated June 19, 2006
Recalling firm Phil Vassil Rugs, of New York, N.y.
Affected scope 55 (About 18 were sold to consumers)
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Owners of the rug should stop using these rugs, and contact Phil Vassil Rugs. The company will provide the owners with a free rep…

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  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall includes Phil Vassil rugs with model numbers 1500 (white) and 2000 (black), which is written on the underside of the rugs. The units are 5 feet by 7 feet, and are made of 100 percent wool. The rugs bear an adhesive label that reads, in part, ".FLOKATI RUG.HAND MADE PURE WOOL.MADE IN GREECE.SIZE APPROX. 5 X 7 FT.QUALITY 1500GR/CM.". Recalled by Phil Vassil Rugs, of New York, N.y.. Units affected: 55 (About 18 were sold to consumers).
Why was this product recalled?
These rugs fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act and could ignite, presenting a risk of burn injuries.
What should consumers do?
Owners of the rug should stop using these rugs, and contact Phil Vassil Rugs. The company will provide the owners with a free replacement rug.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 19, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06559.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (06559) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported June 19, 2006. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.