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Near Strangulations of Child Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades and Roll-Up Blinds by JCPenney

Reported: December 15, 2009 Initiated: December 15, 2009 #10066

Product Description

This recall involves all styles and sizes of Roman shades and roll-up blinds sold by JCPenney.

Reason for Recall

Roman Shades: 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. Roll-Up Blinds: Strangulations can occur if the lifting loop slides off the side of the blind and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop or if a child places his/her neck between the lifting loop and the roll-up blind material.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled Roman shades and roll-up blinds immediately and contact the Window Covering Safety Council for a free repair kit at (800) 506-4636 anytime or visit www.windowcoverings.org

Details

Units Affected
More than 2.2 million Roman shades and about 340 roll-up blinds

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves all styles and sizes of Roman shades and roll-up blinds sold by JCPenney.. Units affected: More than 2.2 million Roman shades and about 340 roll-up blinds.
Why was this product recalled?
Roman Shades: 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. Roll-Up Blinds: Strangulations can occur if the lifting loop slides off the side of the blind and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop or if a child places his/her neck between the lifting loop and the roll-up blind material.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the recalled Roman shades and roll-up blinds immediately and contact the Window Covering Safety Council for a free repair kit at (800) 506-4636 anytime or visit www.windowcoverings.org
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 15, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10066.