Recalls / 2004-05-24

CPSC, LB International Inc. Announce Recall of Fold-Away Ladders Sold by Hammacher Schlemmer

04551 · Recalled 2004-05-24 · CPSC page

Description

The ladders were sold in three sizes. The 6-foot ladders that extend to 10 feet have model number 99067. The 7-foot ladders that extend to 12 feet have model number 99068. The 8-foot ladders that extend to 14 feet have model number 99069. The model number was listed in the firm's catalog and Web site, and used for ordering. Model numbers are not written on the ladders. Each ladder bears a label on the side rail that reads, "Multi-Purpose Heavy Duty Ladder."

Hazards

A rung on these aluminum, multi-purpose ladders can release or the side rail can bend unexpectedly. If that happens, the ladder can collapse, causing the user to fall.

Reported injuries

LB International Inc. received a report of one individual who fractured her leg while using the ladder.

Remedy

Hammacher Schlemmer is directly notifying consumers who purchased these ladders and providing information to return the ladders for a refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
"Stow-Anywhere" Ladders		About 1,500

Parties

Manufacturer: LB International Inc.
Made in: China
Sold at: Hammacher Schlemmer stores, catalogs, Web site sold these ladders nationwide, from April 2003 through February 2004, for, $200.

Consumer contact

Call Hammacher Schlemmer at (800) 233-4800 between 8 a.m. and midnight ET seven days a week. Consumers also can send an email to LBRecall@hammacher.com, and put "Ladder Return" in the subject line.

Source: CPSC recall 04551. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.