Kennedy International Recalls Folding Step Stools Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2012-05-10 · 12171
Hazards
The folding step stools can break or collapse unexpectedly when in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
12171
Date
2012-05-10
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Folding Step Stools
Remedies
Options
Refund
Companies
Retailer(s)
HomeGoods, Marshalls, TJ Maxx and other retailers nationwide from January 2010 through January 2012 for between $8 and $12.
Importer(s)
Kennedy International Inc., of Dayton, N.J.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves 9-inch and 13-inch Kennedy International folding step stools. The step stools are plastic and have a handle for carrying the stools when they are folded. The style number is 3575 for the 9-inch and 3576 for the 13-inch step stools. The style number is printed on a sticker on one of the legs of the stool. "Kennedy Home Collection" is also printed on a label on some of the stools. They were sold in the following colors: blue, green, gray, red, purple, pink, orange, turquoise, aqua, white, plum, orchid, emerald, sapphire, sangria, ocean, sage, fuchsia, lime and various color combinations.