More Window Coverings Recalled for Strangulation Risk to Children

Three recalls of window coverings were announced Tuesday, Oct. 27, because entanglement in the cords could result in the strangulation of a child. There have been over 10 similar recalls in 2009. See images for all the recent recalls of blinds, shades and cords.

Parents and caregivers should be very cautious about the loops and cords that accompany window coverings. Check that the coverings and cords are properly installed and attached to the wall at appropriate heights. Beaded looped chains  and other cords should not hang loosely against the wall. In one incident, a 2-year-old boy climbed up on a toy chest to look out of a window and became entangled in the inner cords of the roman shade. Luckily his parents removed the cord and no permanent injuries were sustained. 

The most recent recalls were for:

• Ikea roller blinds sold from July 2005 to July 2009
• Faux suede roman shades sold by Hanover Direct/Domestications Domestications.com and through catalogs from January 2004 through December 2008
• Roman shades sold at Bed, Bath & Beyond  from August 2007 through September 2009

Be sure to use WeMakeItSafer's recall search tool to check your window coverings for recalls.

Post by Myah Evers