Near Strangulation of Children Prompts Recall of Roman Shades; Sold Exclusively at Pottery Barn Kids
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5479.
This recall involves all sizes and colors of Pottery Barn Kids roman shades with exposed inner cords on the back. Two sewn-in labels are located at the bottom edge of the shade. The smaller label identifies the manufacturer as "pottery barn kids" while the second larger orange, black and white label warns that "Cords and bead chains can loop around child's neck and STRANGLE." Roman shades with a fabric covering over the cords are not being recalled.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5479.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled roman shades and contact Pottery Barn Kids to receive a merchandise card for the purchase value.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Pottery Barn Kids Catalog Nationwide And Through The Firm's Web Site At Www.potterybarnkids.com From January 2003 Through May 2007 For Between $30 And $60. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5479.
For additional information, contact Pottery Barn Kids toll-free at (800) 492-1949 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site atwww.potterybarnkids.com.
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Pottery Barn Kids Catalog Nationwide And Through The Firm's Web Site At Www.potterybarnkids.com From January 2003 Through May 2007 For Between $30 And $60. Recall FAQ
Pottery Barn Kids Catalog Nationwide And Through The Firm's Web Site At Www.potterybarnkids.com From January 2003 Through May 2007 For Between $30 And $60. is the subject of a children's products recall: Near Strangulation of Children Prompts Recall of Roman Shades; Sold Exclusively at Pottery Barn Kids. The notice was published on August 26, 2009 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 85,000 units are potentially affected.