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Product recall · CPSCDecember 15, 2009Highest risk
Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall of Roman Shades
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
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.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Strangulation risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
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.
Who to 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
The product
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."
Details
- Units affected
- About 42,000
- Recall date
- December 15, 2009
- Made or distributed by
- West Elm of San Francisco, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
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.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall of Roman Shades; Sold Exclusively at West Elm”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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