CPSC Recall in 2004: CPSC, LB International Inc. Announce Recall of Fold-Away Ladders Sold by Hammacher Schlemmer

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 04-551

Date: May 23, 2004

Product Name: "Stow-Anywhere" Ladders

Recall Description:

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), LB International Inc., of Hauppauge, N.Y. and Hammacher Schlemmer are voluntarily recalling about 1,500 "Stow-Anywhere" Ladders. A rung on these aluminum, multi-purpose ladders can release or the side rail can bend unexpectedly. If that happens, the ladder can collapse, causing the user to fall.Name of Product: "Stow-Anywhere" LaddersUnits: About 1,500Manufacturer: LB International Inc., of Hauppauge, N.Y.Hazard: A rung on these aluminum, multi-purpose ladders can release or the side rail can bend unexpectedly. If that happens, the ladder can collapse, causing the user to fall.Incidents/Injuries: LB International Inc. received a report of one individual who fractured her leg while using the ladder.Description: The ladders were sold in three sizes. The 6-foot ladders that extend to 10 feet have model number 99067. The 7-foot ladders that extend to 12 feet have model number 99068. The 8-foot ladders that extend to 14 feet have model number 99069. The model number was listed in the firm's catalog and Web site, and used for ordering. Model numbers are not written on the ladders. Each ladder bears a label on the side rail that reads, "Multi-Purpose Heavy Duty Ladder."Sold by: Hammacher Schlemmer stores, catalogs and website sold these ladders nationwide from April 2003 through February 2004 for between $140 and $200.Manufactured In: ChinaRemedy: Hammacher Schlemmer is directly notifying consumers who purchased these ladders and providing information to return the ladders for a refund.Consumer Contact: Call Hammacher Schlemmer at (800) 233-4800 between 8 a.m. and midnight ET seven days a week. Consumers also can send an email to LBRecall@hammacher.com, and put "Ladder Return" in the subject line.

Hazard Description:

A rung on these aluminum, multi-purpose ladders can release or the side rail can bend unexpectedly. If that happens, the ladder can collapse, causing the user to fall.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 1,500

Incidents:

LB International Inc. received a report of one individual who fractured her leg while using the ladder.

Sold At:

Hammacher Schlemmer stores, catalogs and website sold these ladders nationwide from April 2003 through February 2004 for between $140 and $200.

Manufactured In:

China