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Entrapment / StrangulationMarch 31, 2015CPSC #15106

Blinds To Go Recalls Window Shades Due to Strangulation Hazard

Product
Window Coverings
Units affected
200,000
Remedy
replacement, repair

What was recalled

The recalled custom-made shades have a hold-down device for the cord that is a clear, P-shaped plastic hook. The cord or chain loop of the window shades clips into the device. The hook is screwed to the side of the wall or window during installation. It was shipped with the Blinds To Go custom-made roller shades with Sidewinders; Smartlift pleated and cellular shades; Panel Tracks shades and Serenity shades.

Hazard

The shade's chain or cord loop can slip out of the hold-down device, posing a strangulation hazard for small children.

Injuries

None.

Made in

United States

Where it was sold

  • Blinds To Go showrooms and online at www.blindstogo.com from January 2009 to November 2014 for between $60 and $770.

Photos

Roller Shade window coveringsSmartlift Pleated window coveringsSmartlift Cellular window coveringsPanel Track window coverings
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