CPSC Recall in 2011: Wm. Wright Co. Recalls Roman Shade Kits due to Risk of Strangulation

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 11-264

Date: June 29, 2011

Product Name: Roman shade make-it-yourself kits

Recall Description:

This recall involves all Wrights® “my home make-it-yourself” Roman shade kits with item numbers 1451007001, 1451008001 or 1451008001A. The kit fits windows of a maximum size of 48” W x 60” L. It includes 15 yards of Roman shade tape, 15 yards of drapery cord, 4- inch “L” brackets, 18 screws, one cord cleat and instructions. The item number and “Wm. Wright Co.” can be found on the back of the package.

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 shade, or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 48,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Walmart, Jo-Ann Stores and other specialty textile and variety retail shops nationwide from December 2007 through June 2011 for between $20 and $25.

Manufactured In:

China