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Medium RiskCPSCcpsc-5010SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

Strangulation Death of a Child Prompts Recall of Roman Blinds; Sold Exclusively at IKEA

Units Affected
670,000
Recall Date
November 20, 2008
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Serious Injury Or Death
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CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5010.

This recall involves all sizes of IRIS and ALVINE Roman Blinds in white. The blinds have a sewn-in label at the top edge of the blind with the IKEA logotype, article name (IRIS or ALVINE), 5-digit supplier number 19799 or 21369, four-digit date stamp (YYWW) and the words "Made in India". On the bottom edge of the blind there is a sewn-in orange/white safety warning label. The blinds are made from 100% cotton.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5010.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Roman Blinds and return them to any IKEA store to obtain a full refund.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Ikea Stores Nationwide From July 2005 Through June 2008 For Between $7 And $30. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5010.

For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ikea-usa.com

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Ikea Stores Nationwide From July 2005 Through June 2008 For Between $7 And $30. Recall FAQ

Ikea Stores Nationwide From July 2005 Through June 2008 For Between $7 And $30. is the subject of a children's products recall: Strangulation Death of a Child Prompts Recall of Roman Blinds; Sold Exclusively at IKEA. The notice was published on November 20, 2008 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 670,000 units are potentially affected.