Recalls / 2008-02-20

Louisville Ladder Recalls Extension Ladders Due to Fall Hazard

08197 · Recalled 2008-02-20 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled ladders are Type I, IA, or II extension ladders with fiberglass rails and "D" shaped aluminum rungs. The following models are included in the recall: Louisville/Davidson brand 534-24 618-24 FE1724 FE3228 L-3022-24PT 534-28 618-28 FE1728 FE3228-010002 L-3022-28PT 534-32 FE3224 FE3228-740037 L-3022-32PT 534-36 FE3224-E03 FE3228-E03 L-3121-24 534-40 FE3224-E08 FE3228-E03E34 578-24 FE3224-LO32 FE3232 578-28 FE3232-E03 578-32 FE3236 FE3240 Michigan brand 386124 386128 386132 386136 386140 The recall involves only models manufactured from September 2007 through October 2007. The model number and the manufacturing date code are located on the left side rail of the ladders. Ladders with two green dots near the bottom of the left side base rail have already been inspected or repaired and are not included in the recall.

Hazards

The extension or "fly" section can fail to lock, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the ladder immediately and contact Louisville Ladder for instructions on inspecting the ladder and receiving a free repair kit, if necessary.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Louisville/Davidson and "Michigan" Brand Fiberglass Extension Ladders		About 25,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Louisville Ladder Inc.
Made in: Mexico
Sold at: Industrial supply stores, home centers nationwide, $760.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Louisville Ladder at (800) 660-4356 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.louisvilleladder.com

Source: CPSC recall 08197. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.