CPSC2018-02-01
Hunter Douglas Recalls Privacy Sheer Blinds Due to Strangulation Hazard (Recall Alert)
Hunter Douglas Window Fashions Inc., of Broomfield, Colo.
Hazard
The cord restraints on the combination wand/cord of the sheer blinds can break, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sheer blinds and contact Hunter Douglas for a free repair kit. Hunter Douglas is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Sold at
Budget Blinds, Hunter Douglas dealers, JC Penney and Lowes stores nationwide from January 2017 through March 2017. Hunter Douglas Luminette custom sheers were sold for about $2,000. Alternative brand versions were sold for about $1,250.
Affected count
About 550 in the U.S. (In addition, 60 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
The firm has received 11 reports of broken or cracked cord restraints. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Luminette privacy sheer blinds
Consumer contact
Hunter Douglas at 800-997-2389 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.hunterdouglas.com and click on Child Safety at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Hunter-Douglas-Recalls-Privacy-Sheer-Blinds-Due-to-Strangulation-Hazard-Recall-AlertDon't want to check this manually?
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