CPSC Recall in 2018: Residential Elevators Recalls to Inspect Elevators Due to Impact Hazard (Recall Alert)

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-733

Date: March 29, 2018

Product Name: Traction elevators

Recall Description:

This recall involves traction residential elevators with models LLT-952, LLT-953, LLT-954 and LLT-955 shipped and installed between January 2014 and April 2017. The recalled elevators are used in consumers’ homes. “Residential Elevators” is printed on a label on the operating panel inside the elevator cab.

Hazard Description:

The elevator cab can rise unexpectedly to the top of the elevator shaft and abruptly stop, posing an impact hazard to consumers in the elevator cab.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 5,250

Incidents:

The firm has received four reports of the elevator cab rising unexpectedly to the top of the shaft. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Residential Elevators’ dealers and home builders nationwide from January 2014 through April 2017 for between $18,000 and $50,000.

Manufactured In:

United States