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Levolor Recalls Custom Cellular Shades Due to Strangulation Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: July 11, 2019 Initiated: July 11, 2019 #19761

Product Description

This recall involves the Levolor Two-Corded Custom Cellular window shades. The shades were sold in the following styles: Bottom up single cell products (60 inches or less in width) Bottom up double cell products (44 inches or less in width) Top-Down/Bottom-Up or Day/Night corded products (42 inches or less in width) Various custom cellular configurations of specialty shapes The Levolor logo is printed on a sticker on the bottom rail. Manufacturing information, including the date of manufacture, is printed on a sticker on the head rail. Only units manufactured between 12/15/2018 and 04/30/2019 are included in the recall.

Reason for Recall

The pull cords are joined by a non-breakaway cord connector, which poses a strangulation hazard for small children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shades and contact Levolor for a free repair kit. Levolor is contacting purchasers directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Levolor Two-Corded Custom Cellular window shades. The shades were sold in the following styles: Bottom up single cell products (60 inches or less in width) Bottom up double cell products (44 inches or less in width) Top-Down/Bottom-Up or Day/Night corded products (42 inches or less in width) Various custom cellular configurations of specialty shapes The Levolor logo is printed on a sticker on the bottom rail. Manufacturing information, including the date of manufacture, is printed on a sticker on the head rail. Only units manufactured between 12/15/2018 and 04/30/2019 are included in the recall.. Units affected: About 30,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The pull cords are joined by a non-breakaway cord connector, which poses a strangulation hazard for small children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shades and contact Levolor for a free repair kit. Levolor is contacting purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 11, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 19761.