Springs Window Fashions Recalls Lithium Batteries Sold with Motorized Window Coverings Due to Fire and Burn Hazards (Recall Alert)
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2017-05-05 · 17743
Hazards
The lithium batteries that power the motorized window coverings can overheat, leak or discharge, posing fire and burn hazards.
Recall
Number
17743
Date
2017-05-05
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Motorized window coverings with lithium batteries
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Springs Window Fashions LLC, of Middleton, Wisc. (window coverings); Great Power Battery (Zhuhai) Co., Ltd. of China (batteries)
Retailer(s)
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.
Country of manufacture
China (batteries)
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.