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Recalls / 2010-03-04

Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Ethan Allen

10156 · Recalled 2010-03-04 · CPSC page

Recalled Roman Shade
Recalled Roman Shade

Description

This recall involves all styles and sizes of Roman shades sold under the Ethan Allen brand name. These custom-ordered, made-to-order shades were sold in a variety of colors, fabrics, and sizes. The shades have no labels or markings making reference to the Ethan Allen brand.

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. Also, strangulation can occur when a child's neck become entangled on the free-standing loop.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled Roman shades immediately and contact their local Ethan Allen Design Center for a free repair kit.

Products

NameModelUnits
Roman ShadesAbout 163,000

Parties

Distributor
Ethan Allen Global Inc., of Danbury, Conn.
Made in
United States
Sold at
000.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Ethan Allen toll-free at (888) 339-9398 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, contact the local Ethan Allen Design Center, or visit the firm's web site at www.ethanallen.com

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Roman shade hazard
Roman shade hazard
Roman shade hazard
Roman shade hazard

Source: CPSC recall 10156. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.