The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10149·Announced 2010-03-02

Lutron Roman Shades Recalled for Strangulation Risk

Lutron Electronics is recalling about 5,000 Roman shades due to a strangulation hazard involving exposed cords and bead chains. Consumers should stop using the shades and contact Lutron for repairs.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (strangulation) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Lutron Electronics is recalling approximately 5,000 custom-ordered, made-to-measure motorized and manual Lutron Shading Solutions Roman shades. The shades were sold by specialty dealers and Expo Design Centers nationwide from January 2000 through August 2009 for between $120 and $4,500 per shade. The products were manufactured by Virginia Iron and Metal Company Inc. (VIMCO) of Ashland, Va., and distributed by Lutron Electronics Co. Inc. of Coopersburg, Pa.

The recall is prompted by the risk of strangulation. A child can be strangled if they place their neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind, or if they pull the cord out and wrap it around their neck. In manual Roman shades, strangulation can also occur if the looped bead chain is not attached to the wall or floor and a child's neck becomes entangled in the free-standing loop. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the Roman shades and contact Lutron Electronics to coordinate the removal, repair, and reinstallation. Owners of manual shades should check if the tension device is attached to the looped operating cord and installed into the wall or floor. If not attached, contact Lutron for a free repair kit. If attached but not installed, consumers should immediately install the device. For more information, contact Lutron toll-free at (866) 793-4270 or visit www.lutron.com.

The recalled product

Product
Lutron Shading Solutions Roman Shades
Manufacturer
Virginia Iron and Metal Company Inc. (VIMCO), of Ashland, Va.
Category
Consumer Product — Window Coverings
Hazard
Affected units
5,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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