Recalls / 2009-12-15
Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall of Roman Shades; Sold Exclusively at West Elm
10072 · Recalled 2009-12-15 · CPSC page
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."
Hazards
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.
Reported 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.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Jute/Poly Roman Shades | About 42,000 |
Parties
- Distributor
- West Elm of San Francisco, Calif.
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- West Elm catalog nationwide, through the firm's Web site at www.westelm.com, $40.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact West Elm toll-free at (800) 492-1949 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.westelm.com
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Source: CPSC recall 10072. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.