CPSC Recall in 2017: Springs Window Fashions Recalls Lithium Batteries Sold with Motorized Window Coverings Due to Fire and Burn Hazards (Recall Alert)

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2017.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-743

Date: May 05, 2017

Product Name: Motorized window coverings with lithium batteries

Recall Description:

This recall involves custom motorized window coverings that were sold with Zeus brand AA lithium batteries. Window coverings with batteries included in this recall were sold under the Bali, Graber, and Signature Series brands, and as private labeled products of Blinds Galore and JCP Home. The custom window coverings include cellular, roller, Roman (fabric and natural shades), pleated, sheer and layered shades, and wood blinds. Only Zeus brand AA lithium batteries are included in this recall.

Hazard Description:

The lithium batteries that power the motorized window coverings can overheat, leak or discharge, posing fire and burn hazards.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 59,100 in the U.S. (in addition, about 2,100 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

Springs Window Fashions has received four reports that the batteries overheated, leaked or discharged, including one report of a minor burn.

Sold At:

Budget Blinds, Gotcha Covered, Home Depot, Lowe’s, JC Penney, Menards and independent Graber dealers nationwide, and online at Blinds.com from December 2015 through November 2016 for between $250 and $1,000.

Manufactured In:

China (batteries)