CPSCGeneral Alert
Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Lutron Electronic...
Published: March 2, 2010Recall ID: 10149Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
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. Also, in manual Roman shades, strangulations can also occur if the shade's looped bead chain is not attached to the wall or to the floor and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop.
Product Description & Identification
This recall involves all custom-ordered made-to-measure motorized and manual Lutron Shading Solutions Roman shades. The shades were sold in a variety of colors, fabrics, and sizes. Nearly all shades were professionally installed. "Lutron Shading Solutions" or "Lutron Shading Solutions by VIMCO" is printed on the packaging.
Affected Products
Lutron Shading Solutions Roman Shades
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Risk-of-Strangulation-Prompts-Recall-to-Repair-Roman-Shades-by-Lutron-Electronics |
| Title | Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Lutron Electronics |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/e46805e5ba2b4b6fa2a0cf6923c70625.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Rear view of motorized Roman shade |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/5014ff742e134adaa68eae39cb36a090.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Front view of manual Roman shade |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/bdc24428cda94277b313beadde0c05f9.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Bead chain of recalled Roman shade |
| Hazards › Name | 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. Also, in manual Roman shades, strangulations can also occur if the shade's looped bead chain is not attached to the wall or to the floor and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. |
| Products › Name | Lutron Shading Solutions Roman Shades |
| Products › Type | Blinds, Shades & Cords |
| Products › Category I D | 1853 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 5,000 |
| Recall I D | 148 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the Roman shades and contact Lutron Electronics to coordinate the removal, repair, and reinstallation of the shades. Consumers with manual Roman shades should also immediately check if the tension device is attached to the looped operating cord and installed into the wall or floor. If not attached, consumers should contact Lutron Electronics to receive a free repair kit. If the tension device is attached but not installed, consumers should immediately install the device into the wall or floor. If the consumer has difficulty installing the tension device, contact Lutron for further instructions. |
| Retailers › Name | Specialty dealers and Expo Design Centers nationwide from January 2000 through August 2009 for between $120 and $4,500 per shade. |
| Recall Date | 2010-03-02T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves all custom-ordered made-to-measure motorized and manual Lutron Shading Solutions Roman shades. The shades were sold in a variety of colors, fabrics, and sizes. Nearly all shades were professionally installed. "Lutron Shading Solutions" or "Lutron Shading Solutions by VIMCO" is printed on the packaging. |
| Distributors › Name | Lutron Electronics Co. Inc., of Coopersburg, Pa. |
| Recall Number | 10149 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Virginia Iron and Metal Company Inc. (VIMCO), of Ashland, Va. |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Lutron toll-free at (866) 793-4270 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.lutron.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
Overview
- Recalling FirmVirginia Iron and Metal Company Inc. (VIMCO), of Ashland, Va.