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Wm. Wright Co. Recalls Roman Shade Kits due to Risk of Strangulation

Reported: June 30, 2011 Initiated: June 30, 2011 #11264

Product Description

This recall involves all Wrights® "my home make-it-yourself" Roman shade kits with item numbers 1451007001, 1451008001 or 1451008001A. The kit fits windows of a maximum size of 48" W x 60" L. It includes 15 yards of Roman shade tape, 15 yards of drapery cord, 4-inch "L" brackets, 18 screws, one cord cleat and instructions. The item number and "Wm. Wright Co." can be found on the back of the package.

Reason for Recall

Strangulations 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.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the Roman shades and contact Wm. Wright for a free repair kit including a fabric voucher, new instructions and warning tags. Unused kits should be returned to place of purchase for a redesigned kit.

Details

Units Affected
About 48,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Wm-Wright-Co-Recalls-Roman-Shade-Kits-due-to-Risk-of-Strangulation

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves all Wrights® "my home make-it-yourself" Roman shade kits with item numbers 1451007001, 1451008001 or 1451008001A. The kit fits windows of a maximum size of 48" W x 60" L. It includes 15 yards of Roman shade tape, 15 yards of drapery cord, 4-inch "L" brackets, 18 screws, one cord cleat and instructions. The item number and "Wm. Wright Co." can be found on the back of the package.. Recalled by Wm. Wright Co., of Antioch, Tenn.. Units affected: About 48,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Strangulations 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.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the Roman shades and contact Wm. Wright for a free repair kit including a fabric voucher, new instructions and warning tags. Unused kits should be returned to place of purchase for a redesigned kit.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 30, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11264.

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