Product Recall Number: 18-179
Why was Multi-Purpose Telescoping Aluminum Ladders recalled?
The ladders can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Product Recall Number: 18-179
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2018-06-20
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Multi-Purpose Telescoping Aluminum Ladders
Description: This recall involves five models of aluminum telescoping ladders that can be used in five different positions (twin step ladder, stairway step ladder, extension ladder, wall ladder and as two scaffold bases). The date code is stamped on the inside of the outer leg of the ladder, beneath the bottom step. The model number is printed on a label located on the side of the ladder rail. The recalled ladders have a load capacity of 375 lbs. Model Number Date Codes Ladder Size MT-IAA-13A 121744XX or 011844XX 13 feet MT-IAA-17A 17 feet MT-IAA-22A 22 feet MT-IAA-26 26 feet MT-IAA-26A 26 feet
Hazard Description: The ladders can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund
Units: About 78,000
Incidents: The firm has received one report of a ladder breaking while in use, resulting in one injury to the left side and elbow of the consumer.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ladders and return the ladder to the store of purchase to receive a full refund.
Sold At: Home Depot and Lowe’s stores nationwide from April 2018 through May 2018 for between $180 and $275.
Importers: Werner Co, of Greenville, Pa.
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed