Molenaar Recalls Folding Step Stools Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 12224 · announced July 12, 2012 · Molenaar · 3,700 units affected
The product
This recall involves 13-inch high folding step stools. The step stool is plastic and has a handle for carrying the stool when it is folded. The stools have a single step and come in beige with a brown top. The stools, which were used as promotional products, have various company logos imprinted on the side panel beneath the top of the stool.
The hazard
The folding step stools can break or collapse unexpectedly when in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the step stools and return them to the business printed on the step stool to receive a different promotional item. Businesses who purchased the product from Molenaar should return them for a refund or credit. Consumers or businesses can contact Molenaar LLC for more information. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): No incidents or injuries reported were reported.
Sold at: The recalled stools were distributed free by various companies as promotional products between March 2012 and May 2012.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Molenaar at (877) 719-4442 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.miline.com where a link to this recall will be posted.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.