Jute/Poly Roman Shades
CPSC Recall #10-072 — December 14, 2009
Product
Jute/Poly Roman Shades
Description
This recall involves all sizes and colors of West Elm Jute/Poly Roman shades. An orange, black and white label located at the bottom edge of the shades warns that "Cords and bead chains can loop around child's neck and STRANGLE."Note: Examine all shades and blinds in your home. Make sure there are no accessible cords on the front, side, or back of the product. CPSC recommends the use of cordless window coverings in all homes where children live or visit.
Hazard
Strangulation can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the shade or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Roman shades and contact West Elm to arrange for free pick up of the shade. A merchandise card in the value of the purchase will be issued once the shade is received by the firm.
Units Affected
About 42,000
Sold At
West Elm catalog nationwide and through the firm's Web site at www.westelm.com from January 2005 through August 2009 for between $30 and $40.
Manufactured In
Taiwan