# Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Lutron Electronics
> **CPSC recall** · 2010-03-02 · 10149 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 10149
- **Date:** 2010-03-02
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Lutron Shading Solutions Roman Shades

## Hazards

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.

## Manufacturer(s)

Virginia Iron and Metal Company Inc. (VIMCO), of Ashland, Va.

## Retailer(s)

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

## Country of manufacture

United States

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Risk-of-Strangulation-Prompts-Recall-to-Repair-Roman-Shades-by-Lutron-Electronics)
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