CPSCNovember 20, 2008consumer

Near Strangulation of Child Prompts Recall to Repair Window Blinds by Green Mountain Vista

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Recalled product: Near Strangulation of Child Prompts Recall to Repair Window Blinds by Green Mountain Vista

The hazard

The black-out roller shades and insulated Roman shades have a continuous looped bead chain that when not attached to the wall or floor, hangs loosely by the blind, posing a fatal strangulation hazard to children.

What to do

Consumers should immediately check their window coverings to see if the tension device is attached. If not attached, immediately stop using the window coverings and contact Green Mountain Vista Inc. to receive a free repair kit. If the consumer is not able to install the tensioning device, contact Green Mountain Vista for further instructions.

Brands named

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Recall history

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