IRIS and ALVINE Roman Blinds Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
Hazard
Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck in an exposed inner cord on the backside of the roman blinds.
What You Should Do
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Roman Blinds and return them to any IKEA store to obtain a full refund.
Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ikea-usa.com
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Products
IRIS and ALVINE Roman Blinds
Injuries & Incidents
- On April 4, 2008, a 1-year-old girl in Greenwich, Conn. became entangled in the inner cord of an IKEA Roman Blind and strangled. The child was in a portable playpen that was located underneath a fully lowered roman blind. She was found partially suspended with the inner cord of the blind wrapped twice around her neck.