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Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Ethan Allen

U.S. CPSCStrangulationMar 4, 2010
Recalled Roman Shade
Recalled Roman Shade
Roman shade hazard
Roman shade hazard
Roman shade hazard
Roman shade hazard

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Hazard

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. Also, strangulation can occur when a child's neck become entangled on the free-standing loop.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled Roman shades immediately and contact their local Ethan Allen Design Center for a free repair kit.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves all styles and sizes of Roman shades sold under the Ethan Allen brand name. These custom-ordered, made-to-order shades were sold in a variety of colors, fabrics, and sizes. The shades have no labels or markings making reference to the Ethan Allen brand.

Sold on

Ethan Allen Design Centers since at least 1999 through December 2009. Most are priced between $400 and $1,000.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Ethan Allen toll-free at (888) 339-9398 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, contact the local Ethan Allen Design Center, or visit the firm's web site at www.ethanallen.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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