CPSC Recall in 2009: Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall of Roman Shades; Sold Exclusively at West Elm

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 10-072

Date: December 14, 2009

Product Name: Jute/Poly Roman Shades

Recall Description:

This recall involves all sizes and colors of West Elm Jute/Poly Roman shades. An orange, black and white label located at the bottom edge of the shades warns that "Cords and bead chains can loop around child's neck and STRANGLE."Note: 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.

Hazard Description:

Strangulation can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the shade or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 42,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

West Elm catalog nationwide and through the firm's Web site at www.westelm.com from January 2005 through August 2009 for between $30 and $40.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan