CPSC Recall in 2009: Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Faux Wood Blinds by American Vintage Group

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 10-711

Date: December 16, 2009

Product Name: Faux Wood Blinds

Recall Description:

This recall involves various sized custom Faux Wood Blinds with 2" slats in two colors - silk white and pearl. The recall only involves custom-sized Faux Wood Blinds. The pull cord with breakaway device is on the right side while two single cords on the left side control the open/close feature of the slats. There is a label inside the head rail that states "NIENMADE China" and a second label inside the head rail with a manufacturing code beginning with the letters "MFG" followed by four numbers. A warning label on the bottom rail states, "Cords and bead chains can loop around a 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 cords of the pull cord above the breakaway device and the device fails to breakaway.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 1,100

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Various blind dealers in Texas from April 2009 through September 2009 for between about $45 to $65 per blind.

Manufactured In:

United States