CPSC2009-08-25
Pella Recalls Casement Windows Due to Impact Hazard
Pella Corp., of Pella, Iowa
Hazard
The hinge can break, causing the window sash to fall out, posing a risk of injury to persons beneath the window.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the window and contact Pella to schedule a free repair. Owners have received direct mail notification of this recall.
Sold at
Authorized distributors nationwide and Home Improvement Stores in Florida from September 2007 through April 2009 for between $500 and $2000.
Affected count
About 6,500
Injuries reported
The firm is aware of one report of the hinge breaking, causing the sash to fall. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Architect Series® and 850 Series® Casement Windows
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Pella at (800) 374-4758 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.pella.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Pella-Recalls-Casement-Windows-Due-to-Impact-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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