Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades; Sold Exclusively by Restoration Hardware Baby & Child
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-12-17). Hazards: strangulation. About 4,600 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10712 |
| Published | 2009-12-17 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Blinds, Shades & Cords |
| Products | Roman Shades with Black-out Lining |
| Firms | Airtex Design Group Inc., of Minneapolis, Minn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 4,600 |
| Hazard classes | strangulation |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Restoration Hardware Baby & Child stores and catalog nationwide and on the Web site from June 2008 through August 2009 for between about $110 and $250. |
Description
This recall involves all Roman shades with black-out lining sold by Restoration Hardware Baby & Child. These shades measure 23, 32, 36 and 48 inches wide by 64 inches long. There is a label sewn on the left lower corner on the back of the shade that states "baby & child Restoration Hardware" and "Made in China." For additional description information of the recalled products go to www.rhbabyandchild.com
Hazard
Strangulation can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these Roman shades and contact Restoration Hardware Baby & Child to receive a free repair kit. All known purchasers have been contacted by the firm. The free repair kit will be available within six weeks.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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