CPSC

Roman shades Recalled for Strangulation Hazard

Strangulations can occur between the exposed “hobble tape” (ribbon) and the fabric on the backside of the shade.
Strangulations can occur between the exposed “hobble tape” (ribbon) and the fabric on the backside of the shade.
Label location. Consumers should contact Lutron Electronics if the label cannot be located.
Label location. Consumers should contact Lutron Electronics if the label cannot be located.
Example of recalled hobble-style Roman shade (front)
Example of recalled hobble-style Roman shade (front)
Example of recalled hobble-style Roman shade (back)
Example of recalled hobble-style Roman shade (back)

Hazard

Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed ribbon (hobble tape) and the fabric on the backside of the shade or when a child pulls the tape out and wraps it around his/her neck.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Roman shades and contact Lutron Electronics for a full refund or a free replacement shade.

Consumer Contact

Lutron Electronics toll-free at 844-478-2033 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.lutron.com and click on Important Safety Notice.

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Products

Roman shades

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

54 Electric (formerly, Pfeiffer Electric), Bekins, Burgin Drapery Workroom, Don Fillers & Associates (DFA), Rosenburg Power Window Treatments and other residential window shading dealers from December 2009 through July 2015 for between $675 and $8,000.

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