Hunter Douglas Recalls Privacy Sheer Blinds Due to Strangulation Hazard (Recall Alert)
USHunter Douglas Recalls Privacy Sheer Blinds Due to Strangulation Hazard (Recall Alert)
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedThe cord restraints on the combination wand/cord of the sheer blinds can break, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves custom-made Luminette privacy sheer blinds and other branded and generic sheer blinds listed below with the combination wand cord sold in white. The Hunter Douglas logo is printed on the end of the wand of the Luminette brand sheer blinds. The alternative brand and generic sheers do not have a logo. The cord/wand is unique to this product. The product was also sold under the following other brands and names: Allen + Roth Vertical Sheers Alta Shadings Budget Blinds Enlightened Style Shadings Comfortex Vertical Sheer Shadings Luxaflex MyBlinds Shadings Smith & Noble Vertical Sheer Shadings by Turnils, Unique Wholesale, United Supply, Century, Oxford House, or Matisse Vista Shadings
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedLuminette privacy sheer blinds
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Hunter-Douglas-Recalls-Privacy-Sheer-Blinds-Due-to-Strangulation-Hazard-Recall-Alert |
| Title | Hunter Douglas Recalls Privacy Sheer Blinds Due to Strangulation Hazard (Recall Alert) |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Picture1_11.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled privacy sheer blinds |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Picture2_10.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | The wand/cord on the recalled sheer blinds |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Picture3_3.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Broken wand/cord on recalled sheer blinds |
| Hazards › Name | The cord restraints on the combination wand/cord of the sheer blinds can break, posing a strangulation hazard to children. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received 11 reports of broken or cracked cord restraints. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Luminette privacy sheer blinds |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 550 in the U.S. (In addition, 60 were sold in Canada) |
| Recall I D | 8244 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sheer blinds and contact Hunter Douglas for a free repair kit. Hunter Douglas is contacting all known purchasers directly. |
| Retailers › Name | Budget Blinds, Hunter Douglas dealers, JC Penney and Lowes stores nationwide from January 2017 through March 2017. Hunter Douglas Luminette custom sheers were sold for about $2,000. Alternative brand versions were sold for about $1,250. |
| Recall Date | 2018-02-01T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves custom-made Luminette privacy sheer blinds and other branded and generic sheer blinds listed below with the combination wand cord sold in white. The Hunter Douglas logo is printed on the end of the wand of the Luminette brand sheer blinds. The alternative brand and generic sheers do not have a logo. The cord/wand is unique to this product. The product was also sold under the following other brands and names: Allen + Roth Vertical Sheers Alta Shadings Budget Blinds Enlightened Style Shadings Comfortex Vertical Sheer Shadings Luxaflex MyBlinds Shadings Smith & Noble Vertical Sheer Shadings by Turnils, Unique Wholesale, United Supply, Century, Oxford House, or Matisse Vista Shadings |
| Distributors › Name | Hunter Douglas Window Fashions Inc., of Broomfield, Colo. |
| Recall Number | 18720 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2018/65844r-eng.php |
| Consumer Contact | Hunter Douglas at 800-997-2389 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.hunterdouglas.com and click on Child Safety at the bottom of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2018-02-01T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Hunter Douglas Recalls Privacy Sheer Blinds Due to Strangulation Hazard (Recall Alert)?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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