CPSC recall · Reported May 10, 2006
American Innovations Corp. Recalls Ladder Extensions that Can Detach and Hit Consumers
If the knob securing the extension unit to the ladder is not tight, it can detach and fall when the ladder is being removed or lowered. The unit could hit a bystander, causing ser…
American Innovations Corp., of Long Lake, Minn. recalled The Ladder Walk-Through Railing Extensions fit over extension ladder rails and provide ha….
American Innovations Corp. Recalls Ladder Extensions that Can Detach and Hit Consumers was recalled by American Innovations Corp., of Long Lake, Minn. in May 10, 2006. Reason: If the knob securing the extension unit to the ladder is not tight, it can detach and fall when the ladder is…. Remedy: Owners are being sent a free repair kit, including a safety strap and easy-to-follow asse…. Verify recall #06549 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
American Innovations Corp., of Long Lake, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-If the knob securing the extension unit to the ladder is not tight, it can detach and fall when the ladder is….
- None
- agency class
- May 10, 2006
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06549 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The Ladder Walk-Through Railing Extensions fit over extension ladder rails and provide handholds for safe passage while moving to a platform or rooftop.
Reason for recall
If the knob securing the extension unit to the ladder is not tight, it can detach and fall when the ladder is being removed or lowered. The unit could hit a bystander, causing serious head injuries.
Remedy, what to do
Owners are being sent a free repair kit, including a safety strap and easy-to-follow assembly instructions. Until the repair is made, consumers should check to make sure the knob securing the extension unit is tight during use.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06549 |
| Date reported | May 10, 2006 |
| Date initiated | May 10, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | American Innovations Corp., of Long Lake, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 750 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Owners are being sent a free repair kit, including a safety strap and easy-to-follow assembly instructions. Until the repair is m…
- Check the recall number (06549) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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