CPSC Recall in 2016: Porta Recalls Residential Elevators Due to Serious Fall Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 16-238

Date: August 03, 2016

Product Name: Residential elevators with electro mechanical door locks (EMDLs)

Recall Description:

The plastic locks can allow the landing door to open before the elevator car arrives.

Hazard Description:

The plastic locks can allow the landing door to open before the elevator car arrives, posing a serious fall hazard to consumers attempting to board the elevator.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 60,000

Incidents:

The firm has received two reports of lock failure. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

"Elevator manufacturers nationwide from January 2005 through December 2011 for between $20,000 and $40,000."

Manufactured In:

U.S.