CPSC Recall in 2010: Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Lutron Electronics

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 10-149

Date: March 01, 2010

Product Name: Lutron Shading Solutions Roman Shades

Recall Description:

This recall involves all custom-ordered made-to-measure motorized and manual Lutron Shading Solutions Roman shades. The shades were sold in a variety of colors, fabrics, and sizes. Nearly all shades were professionally installed. "Lutron Shading Solutions" or "Lutron Shading Solutions by VIMCO" is printed on the packaging.

Hazard Description:

Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. Also, in manual Roman shades, strangulations can also occur if the shade's looped bead chain is not attached to the wall or to the floor and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 5,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Specialty dealers and Expo Design Centers nationwide from January 2000 through August 2009 for between $120 and $4,500 per shade.

Manufactured In:

United States