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

Active Recall Announced November 20, 2008 CPSC #09051

Quick answer

Near Strangulation of Child Prompts Recall to Repair Window Blinds by Green Mountain Vista is CPSC recall #09051, announced on November 20, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall includes all insulated black-out roller shades (colors: white, cream, harvest, light sage) and insulated Roman shades sizes 48, 60 and 72 (colors: white, natural, sage, sienna, blue, goldenrod, mahogany, terracotta). The shades have RN number 107875 printed on the care label of the shade and identify the manufacturer on the "Installation and Care Instructions." The remedy is 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.. Affected brand: Green Mountain Vista Inc..

Hazard

This recall includes all insulated black-out roller shades (colors: white, cream, harvest, light sage) and insulated Roman shades sizes 48, 60 and 72 (colors: white, natural, sage, sienna, blue, goldenrod, mahogany, terracotta). The shades have RN number 107875 printed on the care label of the shade and identify the manufacturer on the "Installation and Care Instructions."

Affected products

Insulated Black-Out Roller Shades and Insulated Roman Shades

Recalled brands

Green Mountain Vista Inc.

Remedy

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.

Recall date

November 20, 2008

Categories

Blinds, Shades & Cords

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #09051?

CPSC recall #09051 covers Near Strangulation of Child Prompts Recall to Repair Window Blinds by Green Mountain Vista, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on November 20, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall includes all insulated black-out roller shades (colors: white, cream, harvest, light sage) and insulated Roman shades sizes 48, 60 and 72 (colors: white, natural, sage, sienna, blue, goldenrod, mahogany, terracotta). The shades have RN number 107875 printed on the care label of the shade and identify the manufacturer on the "Installation and Care Instructions."

What is the remedy for recall #09051?

The CPSC remedy for recall #09051 is 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.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Near Strangulation of Child Prompts Recall to Repair Window Blinds by Green Mountain Vista on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Near-Strangulation-of-Child-Prompts-Recall-to-Repair-Window-Blinds-by-Green-Mountain-Vista. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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