Werner Recalls Aluminum Ladders Due to Fall Hazard

The ladders can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to the user.

Recall #: 18179
Affected scope: About 78,000

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

The CPSC recalled This recall involves five models of aluminum telescoping ladders that can be used in five….

Werner Recalls Aluminum Ladders Due to Fall Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in June 20, 2018. Reason: 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…. Verify recall #18179 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The ladders can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to the user..

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agency class: June 20, 2018
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18179 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

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

Reason for recall

The ladders can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to the user.

Remedy, what to do

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

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	18179
Date reported	June 20, 2018
Date initiated	June 20, 2018
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 78,000
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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The ladders can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to the user.

What should consumers do? ▼

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

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 20, 2018. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 18179.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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