CPSC2009-10-27
Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair IKEA Roller Blinds
IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.
Hazard
Strangulations can occur if the blind's looped bead chain is not attached to the wall or the floor with the tension device provided and a child's neck becomes entangled in the free-standing loop.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately check the recalled roller blinds to make sure the tension device provided is attached to the bead chain and installed into the wall or floor. If not attached, consumers should immediately stop using the roller blinds and contact IKEA or visit their local IKEA store to receive a free repair kit. The repair kits for the roller blinds will be available the second week of November. If the consumer has difficulty installing the tension device, contact IKEA for additional information.
Sold at
IKEA stores nationwide from July 2005 through July 2009 for between $10 and $55.
Affected count
About 533,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan, France
Products
ISDANS, TUPPLUR, and ENJE Roller Blinds
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ikea-usa.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Risk-of-Strangulation-Prompts-Recall-to-Repair-IKEA-Roller-BlindsDon't want to check this manually?
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