Homebox Blackout Roller Window Shades recalled over strangulation hazard

Recall date

February 20, 2025

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Homebox Blackout Roller Window Shades Recalled Due to Strangulation and Entanglement Hazards and Risk of Serious Injury or Death; Violation of Federal Regulations for Window Coverings; Sold Exclusive…

Recall number

25147

Brand / firm

Zhejiang Mingjing Textile Co. Ltd, of China

Sold / distributed

Amazon.com from December 2022 through September 2024 for between $20 and $110.

Why it was recalled

The recalled window blinds have long operating cords that can cause death or serious injury to children, due to strangulation and entanglement hazards. The window blinds are in violation of the federal regulations for window coverings and present a substantial product hazard. The window blinds also violate federal regulations for labeling of window coverings.

What was recalled

This recall involves Homebox Blackout Roller Window Shades with metal cords hanging from the right side. The roller blinds were sold in multiple colors including black, white and sage with sizes ranging from a width of 10-70 inches and height of 64-72 inches. "Homebox" is printed on the label sticker on the headrail.

What to do

Consumers should immediately put the window blind's cords up and away from children and contact Zhejiang Mingjing Textile to receive a free repair, consisting of a replacement operating cord device or a free replacement cordless blind. Consumers must upload a photo of the recalled product with the operating cord and curtain fabric cut at http://www.hoteamtex.net/por.jsp?id=2&_jcp=5_2. Once the firm receives a video or picture of the product with the original pull cord cut, consumers will be sent a replacement operating cord wand device with installation instructions or replacement cordless blinds through Amazon. Amazon is contacting all known purchasers directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.