Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall of Roman Shades; Sold Exclusively at West Elm
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-73.
This recall involves all sizes and colors of West Elm Jute/Poly Roman shades. An orange, black and white label located at the bottom edge of the shades warns that "Cords and bead chains can loop around child's neck and STRANGLE."
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-73.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Roman shades and contact West Elm to arrange for free pick up of the shade. A merchandise card in the value of the purchase will be issued once the shade is received by the firm.
✅ 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 West Elm Catalog Nationwide And Through The Firm's Web Site At Www.westelm.com From January 2005 Through August 2009 For Between $30 And $40. 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-73.
For additional information, contact West Elm toll-free at (800) 492-1949 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.westelm.com
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West Elm Catalog Nationwide And Through The Firm's Web Site At Www.westelm.com From January 2005 Through August 2009 For Between $30 And $40. Recall FAQ
West Elm Catalog Nationwide And Through The Firm's Web Site At Www.westelm.com From January 2005 Through August 2009 For Between $30 And $40. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall of Roman Shades; Sold Exclusively at West Elm. The notice was published on December 15, 2009 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 42,000 units are potentially affected.