Kennedy International recalls 9-inch and 13-inch folding step stools due to unexpected collapse risk. Consumers should stop using and get a full refund.
The folding step stools can break or collapse unexpectedly when in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Kennedy International is recalling folding step stools that can break or collapse unexpectedly while in use, which may cause falls. This recall affects specific model numbers and colors sold between 2020 and 2022.
The step stools can break or collapse unexpectedly while in use, leading to falls. This risk is especially concerning for children and elderly users who may not be able to quickly react to sudden instability.
Anyone who owns a Kennedy International folding step stool with style numbers 3575 (9-inch) or 3576 (13-inch) is affected. Children and elderly users are at higher risk due to fall hazards.
Check for a sticker on one leg with style number 3575 (9-inch) or 3576 (13-inch). The "Kennedy Home Collection" label may also be present on some models.
Immediately stop using the recalled folding step stools as they can break or collapse unexpectedly.
Contact Kennedy International to receive a full refund for the recalled step stools.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled step stools and contact Kennedy International to receive a full refund.
The affected step stools were sold in blue, green, gray, red, purple, pink, orange, turquoise, aqua, white, plum, orchid, emerald, sapphire, sangria, ocean, sage, fuchsia, lime and various color combinations.
Check for a sticker on one leg with style number 3575 (9-inch) or 3576 (13-inch). The "Kennedy Home Collection" label may also be present on some models.
The affected step stools were sold between 2020 and 2022.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kennedy International to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1042 — Kennedy International Folding Step Stools Hello, I own a Folding Step Stools that is covered by recall 1042 from Kennedy International. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled step stools and contact Kennedy International to receive a full refund. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
