The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10156·Announced 2010-03-04

Ethan Allen Recalls Roman Shades Due to Strangulation Risk

Ethan Allen is recalling about 163,000 Roman shades due to a strangulation hazard for children. Consumers should stop using the shades and contact a local Design Center for a free repair kit.

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 hazard) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Ethan Allen Global Inc. is recalling about 163,000 custom-ordered Roman shades sold under the Ethan Allen brand name. These made-to-order shades were sold in various colors, fabrics, and sizes, and they do not have labels or markings referencing the brand. The shades were sold at Ethan Allen Design Centers from at least 1999 through December 2009, with most priced between $400 and $1,000.

The recall is prompted by the risk of strangulation. This hazard can occur when a child places their neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the shade, when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around their neck, or when a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using the recalled Roman shades immediately. To obtain a free repair kit, consumers should contact their local Ethan Allen Design Center. For additional information, consumers can contact Ethan Allen toll-free at (888) 339-9398 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.ethanallen.com.

The recalled product

Product
Roman Shades
Affected units
163,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.