Recalls / 2007-10-18

Kong Maxx Ladder Stands Sold at Gander Mountain Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

08035 · Recalled 2007-10-18 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves Gorilla Kong Maxx Ladder Stands with model number 43032 and batch numbers G051507, G051507D, G061507D, G071507D, and G081507D. Model numbers are printed on the box only. Batch numbers are stamped on the vertical rail of the first ladder section. The stand is 19 feet to the shooting rail, or 16 feet 8 inches to the platform. The foot platform measures 17½ inches wide. This is the only Gorilla, Inc. ladder stand with these dimensions.

Hazards

The ladder stands can become unstable while in use, causing the user to fall. The addition of one ladder section to the stand makes the platform further away from the bracing. When the stand is at its full height, the distance between the bracing and the platform may result in platform instability prior to attachment to and/or detachment from the tree.

Reported injuries

Gorilla Inc. has received two reports of consumers who fell from these ladder stands and suffered injuries to the back and knee.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the ladder stands and contact Gorilla Inc. to receive a refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Kong Maxx Ladder Stands		About 6,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Gorilla Inc.
Made in: China
Sold at: Gander Mountain from July 2007 through September 2007 for about $180.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Gorilla Inc. at (800) 914-4567 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.gorillatreestands.com. Consumers can also write the firm at Gorilla, Inc. 3475 Eastman Drive Flushing, Mich. 48433.

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Source: CPSC recall 08035. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.