Folding Step Stools

CPSC Recall #12-171 — May 9, 2012

Recall #12-171 Date: May 9, 2012 Remedy: Refund

Product

Folding Step Stools

Description

Three injuries reported after the folding step stools broke or collapsed unexpectedly while being used.

Hazard

The folding step stools can break or collapse unexpectedly when in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Incidents / Injuries

Kennedy International is aware of at least 15 reports of incidents involving step stools cracking or breaking, including three reports of injuries to consumers using the stools. Injuries included two reports of back injuries and one report of a fractured leg.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled step stools and contact Kennedy International to receive a full refund.

Units Affected

About 1.6 million in the United States and 64,000 in Canada

Sold At

HomeGoods, Marshalls, TJ Maxx and other retailers nationwide from January 2010 through January 2012 for between $8 and $12.

Manufactured In

China