Recalls / 2009-08-26
Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Victoria Classics Roman Shades; Sold Exclusively by Target Stores
09327 · Recalled 2009-08-26 · CPSC page
Description
This recall includes two styles of shades - Thermal Sailcloth and Matchstick Bamboo roman Shades - all have a small sewn-in label on the back that reads "home, Made in China." The shades measure about 64 inches long. The widths of the thermal shades are 23, 27, 31 and 35 inches and were sold in coffee, red, ivory and tan. The widths of the Matchstick roman shades are 23, 27, 31, 35 and 36 inches and are brown.
Hazards
Strangulations 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. Exposed operating cords can knot or tangle creating a strangulation loop.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled roman shades and contact Victoria Classics to receive a free repair kit.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Thermal Sailcloth and Matchstick Bamboo Roman Shades | About 163,000 |
Parties
- Importer
- Victoria Classics of Edison, N.J.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Target stores, at Target.com nationwide, $40.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Victoria Classics toll-free at (800) 583-9845 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET daily, or visit the firm's Web site at www.victoriaclassics.com.
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Source: CPSC recall 09327. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.