Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair IKEA Roller Blinds
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-10-27 · 10022
Hazards
Strangulations can occur if the blind's looped bead chain is not attached to the wall or the floor with the tension device provided and a child's neck becomes entangled in the free-standing loop.
Recall
Number
10022
Date
2009-10-27
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
ISDANS, TUPPLUR, and ENJE Roller Blinds
Companies
Retailer(s)
IKEA stores nationwide from July 2005 through July 2009 for between $10 and $55.
Distributor(s)
IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan; France
Description
This recall involves all ISDANS, TUPPLUR and ENJE roller blinds. These blinds are made of a solid or sheer fabric, measuring 24" to 79" wide, and have a metal top rail and a bead chain. ENJE has a glued label on the wall fitting showing the IKEA logotype, article number, 5-digit supplier number, four-digit date stamp (YYWW) and "Made in Taiwan". The roller blinds have an orange warning label attached at the base of the blind that is marked with AA-136800-3.