Kong Maxx Ladder Stands Sold at Gander Mountain Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 08035 · announced October 18, 2007 · Gorilla · 6,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves Gorilla Kong Maxx Ladder Stands with model number 43032 and batch numbers G051507, G051507D, G061507D, G071507D, and G081507D. Model numbers are printed on the box only. Batch numbers are stamped on the vertical rail of the first ladder section. The stand is 19 feet to the shooting rail, or 16 feet 8 inches to the platform. The foot platform measures 17½ inches wide. This is the only Gorilla, Inc. ladder stand with these dimensions.
The hazard
The ladder stands can become unstable while in use, causing the user to fall. The addition of one ladder section to the stand makes the platform further away from the bracing. When the stand is at its full height, the distance between the bracing and the platform may result in platform instability prior to attachment to and/or detachment from the tree.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the ladder stands and contact Gorilla Inc. to receive a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Gorilla Inc. has received two reports of consumers who fell from these ladder stands and suffered injuries to the back and knee.
Sold at: Gander Mountain stores nationwide from July 2007 through September 2007 for about $180.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Gorilla Inc. at (800) 914-4567 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.gorillatreestands.com. Consumers can also write the firm at Gorilla, Inc. 3475 Eastman Drive Flushing, Mich. 48433.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.