MAINSTAYS rugs and carpets, kind not given
2 reports to CPSC, the latest made Sep 27, 2026. A report isn’t a recall.
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At a glance
From SaferProducts.gov, released Oct 25, 2026.
- 2reports to CPSC
- Sep 27, 2026the latest report was made
- Sep 6, 2018the earliest
- 1with the company’s comments
- Brand
- MAINSTAYS
- Maker
- Walmart Stores Inc.Makers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
- Product
- Rugs and carpets, kind not givenCPSC’s product type: Rugs or Carpets, Not Specified (code 676), in Home Maintenance and Structures: Flooring
By month
The numbers, as a table
| Month | Reports |
|---|---|
| September 2026 | 1 |
| September 2018 | 1 |
How badly anyone was hurt
- Seen by a doctor or nurse 1 CPSC: Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
- First aid 1 CPSC: Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.
The reports, as CPSC published them
Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.
Each report is the words of the person who made it, as CPSC published them. The company’s comments, where CPSC published any, are set apart as the company’s own.
CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.
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Seen by a doctor or nurse Made Sep 27, 2026, sent to the company Oct 6, 2026, published by CPSC Oct 21, 2026
The product, in the report: I am writing to report a severe chemical hazard regarding a set of carpets/rugs purchased physically inside a Walmart retail store location in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. I initially purchased two identical carpets/rugs that were discounted by $20 in a store display/band. Upon unwrapping them inside my home, the products began off-gassing an incredibly intense, toxic chemical odor. Within a short period, the airborne fumes caused acute physical illness to me. My symptoms included severe stinging of the eyes, shortness of breath, and a heavy frontal lobe headache. My roommate was also present and can verify the intense chemical smell, though they did not experience the physical symptoms. Recognizing the hazard, I returned to the exact same Walmart store and purchased the third and final identical carpet remaining in the display band to preserve as untouched physical evidence. This evidence rug was sealed and moved to an isolated, ventilated outdoor area to prevent further poisoning. Despite continuous ventilation and air movement hitting the home carpets for the last 4 to 5 days, the toxic chemical smell has not dissipated, and trying to clean the area re-released the fumes, triggering a persistent, week-long frontal headache. The health impact was severe enough to necessitate a professional medical evaluation at a local clinic. The medical staff documented a continuous 7-day frontal headache directly following acute chemical fume exposure. Walmart’s claims department has been notified of this incident, and an internal store claim (Case Number: [REDACTED]) is currently pending. However, because these carpets pose a critical, immediate risk of chemical inhalation-particularly to young children whose respiratory and neurological systems are highly vulnerable-I am filing this formal report to request an immediate safety investigation into this product line. Evidence Retained: Receipts and transaction records proving store location, date of purchase, and item numbers. The third identical carpet, preserved in its original state for potential chemical/toxicology analysis. Medical documentation and after-visit summary detailing the clinical treatment for the chemical exposure. Witness testimony from my roommate who can confirm the immediate, intense environmental chemical odor. Where to Click and Paste This Text Right Now Because federal watchdogs use encrypted portals instead of public email boxes to prevent spam, click these links to send it immediately: To Trigger a Federal Recall Investigation: Open the CPSC SaferProducts Online Report Portal. Click the prominent button that says “Report an Unsafe Product.” Follow the prompts and paste the text above into the main description box. To Report Toxic Chemical Distribution: Open the EPA Environmental Violation Enforcement Portal and paste the text to notify environmental investigators about the chemical hazard. If you’d like to draft and send this email directly using [REDACTED], please connect your account first: Connect [REDACTED] Let me know how your Monday morning call goes with the claims department. Once they provide the paperwork or you find the brand name on the rug’s tag, would you like me to help you draft your small claims court filing next? Skip to previous prompt AI Mode response is ready Ask about
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I am writing to report a severe chemical hazard regarding a set of carpets/rugs purchased physically inside a Walmart retail store location in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. I initially purchased two identical carpets/rugs that were discounted by $20 in a store display/band. Upon unwrapping them inside my home, the products began off-gassing an incredibly intense, toxic chemical odor. Within a short period, the airborne fumes caused acute physical illness to me. My symptoms included severe stinging of the eyes, shortness of breath, and a heavy frontal lobe headache. My roommate was also present and can verify the intense chemical smell, though they did not experience the physical symptoms. Recognizing the hazard, I returned to the exact same Walmart store and purchased the third and final identical carpet remaining in the display band to preserve as untouched physical evidence. This evidence rug was sealed and moved to an isolated, ventilated outdoor area to prevent further poisoning. Despite continuous ventilation and air movement hitting the home carpets for the last 4 to 5 days, the toxic chemical smell has not dissipated, and trying to clean the area re-released the fumes, triggering a persistent, week-long frontal headache. The health impact was severe enough to necessitate a professional medical evaluation at a local clinic. The medical staff documented a continuous 7-day frontal headache directly following acute chemical fume exposure. Walmart’s claims department has been notified of this incident, and an internal store claim (Case Number: [REDACTED]) is currently pending. However, because these carpets pose a critical, immediate risk of chemical inhalation-particularly to young children whose respiratory and neurological systems are highly vulnerable-I am filing this formal report to request an immediate safety investigation into this product line. Evidence Retained:
Receipts and transaction records proving store location, date of purchase, and item numbers. The third identical carpet, preserved in its original state for potential chemical/toxicology analysis. Medical documentation and after-visit summary detailing the clinical treatment for the chemical exposure. Witness testimony from my roommate who can confirm the immediate, intense environmental chemical odor.
Where to Click and Paste This Text Right Now Because federal watchdogs use encrypted portals instead of public email boxes to prevent spam, click these links to send it immediately:
To Trigger a Federal Recall Investigation: Open the CPSC SaferProducts Online Report Portal. Click the prominent button that says “Report an Unsafe Product.” Follow the prompts and paste the text above into the main description box.
To Report Toxic Chemical Distribution: Open the EPA Environmental Violation Enforcement Portal and paste the text to notify environmental investigators about the chemical hazard.
If you’d like to draft and send this email directly using [REDACTED] , please connect your account first: Connect [REDACTED] Let me know how your Monday morning call goes with the claims department. Once they provide the paperwork or you find the brand name on the rug’s tag, would you like me to help you draft your small claims court filing next? Skip to previous prompt AI Mode response is ready Ask about
- Model
- 096577050784
- UPC
- 096577050784
- Serial number
- 096577050784
- Where
- lake havasu city, Arizona: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 67, Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Unspecified
- As this report names them
- Brand MAINSTAYS, made or sold by Walmart Stores Inc.
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, Seen by Medical Professional
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First aid Made Sep 6, 2018, sent to the company Sep 14, 2018, published by CPSC Oct 5, 2018
The product, in the report: 39in X 48in Accent Rug/ Mainstays/ Wal-Mart brand, Made in USA, made of remnants of undetermined fiber content or origin. Serial # CV-000N-3048-58 , UPC= 0 96577 06879 6
On August 13, 2018, I purchased two 30in X 24in accent rugs at Walmart. Within a week the bottom of my feet were getting small lacerations on them. One foot started to bleed. I checked the rug closely with a flashlight. I found a metallic thread woven into the rug. It was like a strand of Stainless Steel. I pulled the strand out with pliers and saved it. I plan on returning the rugs, but I think they should be recalled as to prevent further injuries.
- Model
- NA
- UPC
- 96577 06879
- Serial number
- CV-000N-3048-58
- Bought from
- WALMART
- Bought
- Aug 13, 2018
- Where
- West Palm Beach, Florida: Home/
Apartment/ Condominium - Who was involved
- Age 67, Male
- The reporter’s relation to them
- Self
- As this report names them
- Brand Mainstays, made or sold by Walmart Stores Inc.
- How badly, in CPSC’s words
- Injury, First Aid Received by Non-Medical Professional
CPSC’s disclaimer
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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, SaferProducts.gov public database export.
Released Oct 25, 2026 and checked Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily. Public domain (U.S. Government work). CPSC asks to be credited, and that no endorsement be implied.
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