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Werner Recalls Aluminum Ladders Due to Fall Hazard

Recall 18-179 · June 20, 2018 · Werner

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled ladders and return the ladder to the store of purchase to receive a full refund.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
18-179 (CPSC)
Recall date
June 20, 2018
Brand
Werner
Category
Tools, lawn and garden
Products
Multi-Purpose Telescoping Aluminum Ladders
Hazard
Fall Hazard
Hazard type
Falls and tip-overs
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 78,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
June 20, 2018

What was recalled

This recall involves five models of aluminum telescoping ladders that can be used in five different positions (twin step ladder, stairway step ladder, extension ladder, wall ladder and as two scaffold bases). The date code is stamped on the inside of the outer leg of the ladder, beneath the bottom step. The model number is printed on a label located on the side of the ladder rail. The recalled ladders have a load capacity of 375 lbs. Model Number Date Codes Ladder Size MT-IAA-13A 121744XX or 011844XX 13 feet MT-IAA-17A 17 feet MT-IAA-22A 22 feet MT-IAA-26 26 feet MT-IAA-26A 26 feet

Is my product affected?

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  • Multi-Purpose Telescoping Aluminum Ladders · About 78,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Home Depot and Lowe's stores nationwide from April 2018 through May 2018 for between $180 and $275.; Werner Co, of Greenville, Pa..

Injuries or incidents 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.

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.

Recall history and context

Werner appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 83 recalls in the tools, lawn and garden category, 8 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Multi-Purpose Telescoping Aluminum Ladders (About 78,000 units). This recall involves five models of aluminum telescoping ladders that can be used in five different positions (twin step ladder, stairway step ladder, extension ladder, wall ladder and as two scaffold bases).

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fall Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ladders and return the ladder to the store of purchase to receive a full refund.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on June 20, 2018. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.