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Pella Recalls Casement Windows Due to Impact Hazard

U.S. CPSCFallsAug 25, 2009
Recalled Casement Window
Recalled Casement Window

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

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.

Incidents & injuries

The firm is aware of one report of the hinge breaking, causing the sash to fall. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

This recall involves the Architect Series® and 850 Series® casement windows. The windows were sold in a variety of sizes and typically contain a heavier window glaze such as the HurricaneShield® Impact-Resistant glass.

Sold on

Authorized distributors nationwide and Home Improvement Stores in Florida from September 2007 through April 2009 for between $500 and $2000.

Contact the company

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

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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