CPSC recall · Reported November 3, 2015
Window Shades Recalled by Carra Imports Due to Strangulation Hazard (Recall Alert)
Cellular, Roller and Soft Horizontal Shades: Strangulation can occur when the shade's continuous loop pull cord or bead chain is not attached to the wall with a tension device and…
The CPSC recalled This recall involves custom made-to-order cellular, roller, soft horizontal and Roman sty….
Window Shades Recalled by Carra Imports Due to Strangulation Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled and listed by the CPSC in November 3, 2015. Reason: Cellular, Roller and Soft Horizontal Shades: Strangulation can occur when the shade's continuous loop pull co…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled window shades and contact Carra for …. Verify recall #16705 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-Cellular, Roller and Soft Horizontal Shades: Strangulation can occur when the shade's continuous loop pull co….
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- agency class
- November 3, 2015
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16705 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
This recall involves custom made-to-order cellular, roller, soft horizontal and Roman style solar shades. The shades were sold in a variety of custom sizes and colors. The shades do not have any identifying labels or markings on the products.
Reason for recall
Cellular, Roller and Soft Horizontal Shades: Strangulation can occur when the shade's continuous loop pull cord or bead chain is not attached to the wall with a tension device and a child's neck becomes entangled in the free-standing loop. Roman Shades: 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.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled window shades and contact Carra for a free repair kit. If the recalled cellular, roller and soft horizontal shades do not have hold down devices installed, contact Carra Imports to receive a repair kit which includes a hold down device and instructions to install it. The repair kit for the Roman shades includes instructions to remove the pull cords and to install metal rings to raise and lower the shades to remove the hazard. Carra is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled window shades.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16705 |
| Date reported | November 3, 2015 |
| Date initiated | November 3, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 55,500 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled window shades and contact Carra for a free repair kit. If the recalled cellu…
- Check the recall number (16705) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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