CPSC2018-06-20
Werner Recalls Aluminum Ladders Due to Fall Hazard
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Hazard
The ladders can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to the user.
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.
Affected count
About 78,000
Injuries reported
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.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Multi-Purpose Telescoping Aluminum Ladders
Consumer contact
Werner toll-free at 888-523-3370 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at customercare@wernerladder.com or online at www.wernerco.com and click on “News, Events & Recalls” located at the top of the page.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Werner-Recalls-Aluminum-Ladders-Due-to-Fall-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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