VARIOUS ROMAN
SHADES AND BLINDS:
FAUX WOOD BLINDS
American Vintage Group
LLC is recalling Faux Wood Blinds sold in Texas from April 2009 to
September 2009. Strangulation can occur when a child places his/her
neck between the cords of the pull cord above the breakaway device
and the device fails to breakaway.
This recall involves
various sized custom Faux Wood Blinds with 2" slats in two colors –
silk white and pearl. The recall only involves custom-sized Faux
Wood Blinds. There is a label inside the head rail that states "NIENMADE
China" and a second label inside the head rail with a manufacturing
code beginning with the letters "MFG" followed by four numbers. A
warning label on the bottom rail states, "Cords and bead chains can
loop around a child's neck and STRANGLE."
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Consumers should
contact American Vintage at (866) 831-1524 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
PT Monday through Friday or visit
www.AmericanVintagegroup.com to schedule an appointment for
on-site repair of their blinds. More info at
www.recalls.org.
RESTORATION
HARDWARE SHADES
Restoration Hardware
Baby & Child is recalling Roman Shades with Black-out Lining sold at
Restoration Hardware Baby & Child stores nationwide from June 2008
to August 2009. Strangulation 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.
This recall involves
all Roman shades with black-out lining sold by Restoration Hardware
Baby & Child. These shades measure 23, 32, 36 and 48-inches wide by
64-inches long. There is a label sewn on the left lower corner on
the back of the shade that states "baby & child Restoration
Hardware" and "Made in China."
Consumers should
contact Restoration Hardware Baby & Child at (800) 318-5029 between
8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit
www.rhbabyandchild.com (pdf) to receive a free repair kit. More
info at www.recalls.org.
ROMAN SHADES
Land of Nod is
recalling Roman Shades "Weren't Built in a Day" sold by The Land of
Nod stores in Illinois and Washington state from February 2007 to
August 2009. Strangulation 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.
This recall involves
all Roman shades sold by The Land of Nod. A label sewn on the lower
right back of the shade states "The Land of Nod" and "Made in
China."
The Land of Nod will
be sending free repair kits to all known consumers.
Consumers can also
contact The Land of Nod at (800) 933-9904 between 8:30 a.m. and 5
p.m. CT Monday through Friday, visit
www.landofnod.com. More info at
www.recalls.org.
SHADES SOLD BY J.C.
PENNEY
J.C. Penney Purchasing
Corp. is recalling Roman Shades and Roll-Up Blinds sold by J.C.
Penney nationwide. Strangulations can occur when a child places
his/her neck between the cord of the roman shades or becomes
entangled on the loop of the roll-up blinds.
This recall involves
all styles and sizes of Roman shades and roll-up blinds sold by
JCPenney.
Consumers contact the
Window Covering Safety Council for a free repair kit at (800)
506-4636 anytime or visit
www.windowcoverings.org.
Consumers can also
contact JCPenney at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit
www.jcp.com. More info at
www.recalls.org.
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SHADES SOLD BY
WALMART
Walmart Stores Inc. is
recalling Roll-up Blinds and Roman Shades sold at Walmart stores
nationwide from January 1999 to September 2009. Strangulations can
occur when a child places his/her neck between the cord of the roman
shades or becomes entangled on the loop of the roll-up blinds.
This recall involves
all styles and sizes of fabric, bamboo and jute roll-up blinds and
Roman shades.
Consumers contact the
Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC) for a free repair kit at (800)
506-4636 anytime or visit
www.windowcoverings.org. Consumers with bamboo roll-up blinds
should take the blinds to their Walmart store for a full refund.
Consumers can also
contact Walmart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT
Monday through Friday, or visit
www.walmartstores.com.
More info at www.recalls.org.
SHADES BY ALL
STRONG INDUSTRY
All Strong Industry
(USA) Inc. is recalling
Roman Shades sold
nationwide from January 2003 to May 2005. 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.
This recall involves
Roman shades distributed by All Strong Industry that are made of a
white-on-white striped fabric and measure about 64 inches long and
the width ranges between 23 and 39 inches. "RN 103984" is printed on
another sewn-in tag near the bottom back side of the fabric.
Consumers should
contact the Window Covering Safety Council at (800) 506-4636 anytime
or visit
www.windowcoverings.org for a free repair kit.
ROLL-UP BLINDS
Lotus & Windoware Inc.
are recalling ¼" Oval Roll-up Blinds sold at Ace Hardware and Big
Lots stores nationwide from January 1999 to April 2009.
Strangulations can occur if the lifting loop slides off the side of
the blind and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing
loop or if a child places his/her neck between the lifting loop and
the roll-up blind material.
This recall involves
all roll-up blinds without release clips. The roll-up blinds have
plastic, ¼" oval-shaped slats, and measure either 48" or 72" long.
The blinds were sold with two warning hang tags indicating ways to
avoid strangulation.
Consumers should
contact the Window Covering Safety Council at (800) 506-4636 anytime
or visit
www.windowcoverings.org for a free repair kit. More info at
www.recalls.org.
SHADES SOLD AT BIG
LOT
International
Merchandise is recalling Deluxe Matchstick Roll-up Shades
sold nationwide at Big Lot stores from January 2009 to June 2009.
Strangulations can occur if the lifting loops slide off the side
of the blind and a child's neck becomes entangled on the
free-standing loop or if a child places his/her neck between the
lifting loop and the roll-up blind material. Also, children can
become entangled in the looped pull cord.
This recall involves
Deluxe Matchstick Roll-Up Shades with widths of 24", 36", 48" and
72" by 72" long in a "natural" color that are suspended by two cord
loops called lifting loops or inner cords. Both the head rail and
bottom rail are made of bamboo and there is a warning label near the
bottom that advises: "Young children can become entangled and
strangle in cord or bead loops."
Consumers should
contact the Window Covering Safety Council at (800) 506-4636 anytime
or visit
www.windowcoverings.org for a free repair kit. More info at
www.recalls.org.
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SHADES SOLD AT
POTTERY BARN
Pottery Barn is recalling Roman Shades
and Paxton Roller Shades sold at Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids and
PBteen nationwide from January 1998 to October 2009. Strangulation
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.
This recall involves
all sizes and colors of Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, and PBteen
Roman shades with and without fabric backing and the Paxton roller
shades.
Consumers should
contact Pottery Barn at (800) 492-1949 anytime, or visit the
www.potterybarn.com,
www.potterybarnkids.com and
www.pbteen.com Pottery Barn to receive a free repair kit for
these products. More info at
www.recalls.org.
SHADES SOLD AT WEST
ELM
West Elm is recalling
Jute/Poly Roman Shades sold exclusively by West Elm nationwide from
January 2005 to August 2009. 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.
This recall involves
all sizes and colors of West Elm Jute/Poly Roman shades.
Consumers should
contact West Elm at (800) 492-1949 anytime, or visit
www.westelm.com to arrange for
free pick up of the shade. More info at
www.recalls.org.
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SHADES BY DRAPER
Draper Inc. is
recalling Roman Shades sold nationwide from March 2000 to September
2009. 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.
This recall involves
two models of Roman FlexShades – Roman-CL (clutch/manually operated
by a bead-chain) and Roman-MO (motorized).
Consumers should call
Draper at (877) 315- 7037 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET daily, or
visit the firm's Web site at
www.draperinc.com and click on the "Roman Shade Recall" button
for a free retrofit kit. More info at
www.recalls.org.
SHADES SOLD AT ROSS
STORES
Louis Hornick &
Company is recalling Newport Energy Solution Roman Shades sold at
Ross Stores nationwide from March 2009 to October 2009.
Strangulation 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.
This recall includes
all sizes and colors of Newport Energy Solution Roman Shades sold by
Ross Stores with exposed inner cords on the back.
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Consumers contact
Louis Hornick & Company at (800) 517-3612 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
ET daily, or visit
www.hornickindustries.com to receive a free repair kit. More
info at www.recalls.org.
CHILDREN'S BOOTS
The Timberland
Company is recalling Classic Scuffproof Boots sold nationwide
from June 2009 to October 2009. The logo stamped onto the
children's boot's insoles contains excessive levels of lead.
This recall
involves children's Timberland 6" Classic Scuffproof boots. The
boots are wheat-colored leather and were sold in toddler size 4
through junior size 7. Model and manufacturer/date code numbers
included in this recall are listed below. The model and
manufacturer date code numbers are listed at
www.recalls.org.
Consumers should
contact Timberland at (800) 445-5545 between 8 a.m. and 5:30
p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive free replacement
insoles for the boots or visit
www.timberland.com. More info at
www.recalls.org.
CHRISTMAS
TREE TOPPERS
Precious Moments
Inc. is recalling Precious Moments Angel Tree Toppers sold
nationwide from August 2009 to December 2009. Undersized wiring
can cause the tree topper's switch assembly to overheat and melt
posing a fire hazard.
The recalled tree
toppers are 10 inch tall vinyl angels with LED lighted wings.
The angels are white, gold and yellow and they are holding
either a star or a set of bells.
Consumers should
return the tree toppers to the place of purchase for a full
refund.
Consumers can also
contact Precious Moments at (877) 778-7275 between 8 a.m. and 6
p.m. CT, or visit
www.preciousmoments.com. More info at
www.recalls.org.
TOY DART
GUN SETS
OKK Trading Inc.
is recalling "Action Team" Toy Dart Gun Set sold nationwide from
December 2006 to March 2008. If a child places the soft, pliable
plastic dart in his/her mouth, he/she is likely to
choke/aspirate the dart into her/her throat impairing the
child's ability to breathe.
The "ACTION TEAM"
play set has a toy gun with three soft rubber darts, a S.W.A.T.
watch, a baton, walkie-talkie, a whistle, and a badge with a
clip and an identification card. The toy gun is black with an
orange nose and trigger and red spring release mechanism. "Made
in China" is printed on one side of the barrel.
Consumers should
contact OKK Trading at (877) 655-8697 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
ET Monday through Friday or visit
www.okktrading.com to
return the toy for a $3 bounty. More info at
www.recalls.org.
CHILDREN'S SWEATSHIRTS
Jason Evans
Associates, LLC is recalling Boys Fleece & Flannel Zip Hooded
Sweatshirts with Drawstrings sold at Burlington Coat Factory
stores from September 2006 to October 2009. The hooded zip
sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a
strangulation hazard.
The recall
includes boys fleece, printed fleece and flannel zip hooded
sweatshirts with labels in the neck seam with the brand name Bay
Trading and RN# 30842, in sizes 4 -- 18.
Consumers should
immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to
eliminate the hazard or return the garment to the place of
purchase.
Consumers can also
contact Jason Evans at (888) 683-0063 between 10 a.m. and 4:30
p.m. ET Monday through Saturday or visit
www.burlingtoncoatfactory.com. More info at
www.recalls.org.
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BICYCLE
TIRE INFLATORS
Todson Inc. is
recalling CO2 bicycle tire inflators sold exclusively
at Walmart stores nationwide from August 2009 to November 2009.
The pressurized cartridge containing carbon dioxide (CO2)
can forcefully separate from the pump head, posing a risk of
injury.
This recall
involves Zefal CO2 bicycle tire inflators with a
small pressurized carbon dioxide cartridge. The recalled
inflators have "Zefal EZ+ CO2 inflator" printed on
the front of the package. Model number 5602 and UPC number
798661556020 is printed on the back.
Consumers should
return the inflators to Walmart for a full refund.
Consumers can also
contact Todson Inc. at (800) 213-4561 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
ET Monday through Friday, or visit
www.todson.com. More info
at www.recalls.org.
DEHUMIDIFIERS
Home Depot is
recalling Hampton Bay Dehumidifiers sold at Home Depot stores
nationwide from November 2000 to May 2007. An internal component
can fail causing the dehumidifier to overheat, posing fire and
burn hazards.
The dehumidifiers
are beige, have four wheels, and measure 21 inches high, 13 ½
inches wide and 17 ½ inches long. "Hampton Bay" is printed on
the front panel. Model HB-50 is being recalled. The model number
is printed on the back interior panel.
Consumers should contact Home
Depot at (800) 553-3199 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit
www.homedepot.com
to receive a gift card for the
full amount of the purchase price. More info at
www.recalls.org.
CAR SEATS
Dorel Juvenile
Group Inc. is recalling Dorel Infant Car Seat/Carriers sold from
January 2008 to December 2009. When used as an infant carrier,
the child restraint handle to the seat can loosen and come off,
posing a fall hazard.
This recall
involves Safety 1st, Cosco, Eddie Bauer and Disney branded
infant car seat/carriers that were manufactured from January 6,
2008 through April 6, 2009. A complete list of the recalled
product can be found at
www.recalls.org.
Consumers should
contact Dorel Juvenile Group at (866) 762-3316 between 8 a.m.
and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit
www.djgusa.com/safety_notice to receive a free repair kit.
More info at
www.recalls.org.
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