Recalls / 2009-08-26
Strangulation Death of a Child Prompts Recall To Repair Window Blinds By Vertical Land
09329 · Recalled 2009-08-26 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves all Vertical Land custom-made vertical and cellular window coverings that do not have a cord tensioning device and horizontal blinds that do not have inner cord stop devices. A sticker identification label can be found on the head rail of some of the window coverings which lists the company's name, address and telephone number.
Hazards
Horizontal Blinds: The blinds do not have inner cord stop devices to prevent the accessible inner cords from being pulled out. If an inner cord is pulled out, a child can become entangled in the loop and strangle. Vertical Blinds: Strangulations can occur if a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop formed by the bead chain or by the cord with a weighted device. Cellular Shades: Strangulations can occur if a child's neck becomes entangled on the shade's free-standing looped cord.
Reported injuries
In May 2006, CPSC received a report of a 4-year-old girl from Pensacola, Fla., who strangled in the loop of a vertical blind cord that was not attached to the wall or floor.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the window coverings and contact Vertical Land to receive a free retrofit kit.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Horizontal and Vertical Blinds and Cellular Shades | About 15,400 (horizontal), 16,400 (vertical), 800 (cellular shades) |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Vertical Land Inc.
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- Vertical Land stores in Panama City, Pensacola, Fla., $200 (depending on the size of the blind).
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Vertical Land at (800) 423-8653 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
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Source: CPSC recall 09329. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.