Moderate Recalled January 20, 2011 About 38,000 units Updated July 6, 2016

Frontgate Recalls Step Ladders Due to Fall Hazard

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The hazard

The ladders can unexpectedly break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Incidents reported: Cinmar has received about 860 reports of the ladders breaking, including 28 reports of injuries such as bruises and lacerations to the knees, shins, ankles and feet.

What to do now

Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ladders and contact Frontgate for instructions on how to receive a merchandise credit for the amount of the ladder. Frontgate is directly contacting all known consumers.

Contact: For more information, contact Frontgate at (888) 298-4651 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's recall website at www.regcen.com/frontgateladder

About this recall

This recall involves Frontgate foldaway closet two- and three-step ladders. The ladders are made of mahogany wood and designed for use in walk-in closets. Catalog item numbers included in the recall are 11998 for the two-step and 11675, 11975, 30269, 37935 and 40645 for the three-step ladder.

Product photos

Frontgate Recalls Step Ladders Due to Fall Hazard
Frontgate Recalls Step Ladders Due to Fall Hazard

Photos: U.S. CPSC