IKEA is recalling about 3.3 million roller, Roman and roll-up blinds. The blinds pose a serious strangulation hazard to children.
This recall involves roller blinds that do not have a tension device attached to the bead chain, all Roman blinds and all roll-up blinds.
The blinds were sold at IKEA stores nationwide from January 1998 through June 2009 for between $5 and $55. They were made in India, Estonia, China, and Poland.
Consumers should immediately stop using the roller blinds that do not have a tension device attached to the chain, all Roman blinds and all roll-up blinds and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund. In a previous recall, IKEA reminded consumers who have roller blinds with a tension device attached to the bead chain to make sure the tension device is installed into the wall or floor. If the consumer has difficulty installing the tension device, contact IKEA for additional information.
For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.ikea-usa.com.
Safety regulators urge consumers to examine all shades and blinds in your home. Make sure there are no accessible cords on the front, side, or back of the product. CPSC recommends the use of cordless window coverings in all homes where children live or visit.
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Tension Device not attached to the bead chain
Roll-up blinds sold with this type of tension device are included in this recall.
Tension device permanently attached to the bead chain
Roller Blinds with a tension device permanently attached to the bead chain are not included in this recall.
ROMAN BLINDS
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HAZARDS
ROLL-UP BLIND (Generic example shown)
HAZARDS
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
