CPSC Recall in 2012: Hunter Douglas Recalls to Repair Custom Cellular and Pleated Window Coverings Due to Strangulation Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2012.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 13-707

Date: November 20, 2012

Product Name: Standard cordlock top-down/bottom-up Duette and Applause honeycomb shades; standard cordlock top-down/bottom-up Hunter Douglas pleated shades; Hunter Douglas Brilliance Privacy View pleated shades and standard cordlock Duette and Applause Duolite shade

Recall Description:

Some breakaway cords stops have a single knot, preventing the cord stop from breaking away. A child can become entangled in the cord loop and strangle.

Hazard Description:

Some of the cords inside the breakaway cord stop were tied in a single knot which can prevent the cord stop from functioning as designed to break away. A child can become entangled in a cord loop and strangle.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 4,400 shades

Incidents:

None

Sold At:

Hunter Douglas dealers nationwide from January 2011 through August 2012. Custom shade prices vary widely based on size, style and dealer. Retail prices for these recalled shades range from $240 up.

Manufactured In:

United States

Custom Label:

Note