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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free replacement · About 59,100 in the U.S. (in addition, about 2,100 were sold in units
Electrical Recall No. 17-743 Published May 5, 2017

Motorized window coverings with lithium batteries

The lithium batteries that power the motorized window coverings can overheat, leak or discharge, posing fire and burn hazards. Manufactured by Springs Window Fashions LLC and 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 – November 2016 for $250 to $1,000.

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Zeus brand “Freedom Power” lithium AA batteries sold with motorized window coverings
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Zeus brand “Freedom Power” lithium AA batteries sold with motorized window coverings

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Why it was recalled

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

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

The official remedy

Remedy type: replace
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the Zeus brand batteries from the window coverings. Springs Window Fashions will ship batteries and instructions directly to consumers. Consumers can contact Springs Window Fashions for additional information.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerSprings Window Fashions LLC, of Middleton, Wisc. (window coverings)
UnitsAbout 59,100 in the U.S. (in addition, about 2,100 were sold in
Made inChina (batteries)
Sold atBudget Blinds, Gotcha Covered, Home Depot, Lowe's, JC Penney, Menards and independent Graber dealers nationwide, and online at Blinds.com
Sales periodDecember 2015 – November 2016
Price$250 to $1,000
Category Electrical

How to reach the firm

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800-221-6352
8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
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