Custom-made Vertical and Horizontal blinds
Published September 6, 2012
Summary
CPSC records recall 12273, published September 6, 2012. Recalling firm: Blind Xpress of Livonia, Mich.; Reported units: About 139,000 vertical 315,000 horizontal.
What's the hazard
The vertical blinds have an adjustment cord that forms a loop that is not attached to the wall or floor. In some instances, this loop has a weighted device at the bottom. The horizontal blinds do not have inner cord stop devices to prevent the accessible inner cords from being pulled out. A child can become entangled in a cord loop and strangle.
What to do
CPSC urges consumers to immediately stop using the window coverings and contact the Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC) to receive a free repair kit. For more information, contact the WCSC toll-free at (800) 506-4636 anytime or visit www.windowcoverings.org
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Recall details
- Brand
- Blind Xpress of Livonia, Mich.
- Manufacturer
- Blind Xpress of Livonia, Mich.
- Distributor
- Various blind specialty stores in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana from January 1995 through December 2011 for between $16 and $380.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Custom-made Vertical and Horizontal blinds recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 12273 on September 6, 2012. Reported hazard: The vertical blinds have an adjustment cord that forms a loop that is not attached to the wall or floor. In some instances, this loop has a weighted device at the bottom. The horizontal blinds do not have inner cord stop devices to prevent the accessible inner cords from being pulled out. A child can become entangled in a cord loop and strangle.
What should I do if I have this product?
CPSC urges consumers to immediately stop using the window coverings and contact the Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC) to receive a free repair kit. For more information, contact the WCSC toll-free at (800) 506-4636 anytime or visit www.windowcoverings.org
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Blind Xpress of Livonia, Mich..