Folding Step Stools
CPSC Recall #12-171 — May 9, 2012
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