Wm. Wright Co. Recalls Roman Shade Kits due to Risk of Strangulation
What's being recalled
Roman shade make-it-yourself kits
Units: About 48,000
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.
The problem, in CPSC's words
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.
Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC
None reported.
What CPSC says to do
Repair
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.
How to contact the company
For additional information, contact Wm. Wright toll-free at (800) 545-5740 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.simplicity.com
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 11264, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.