CPSC Recall in 2020: Residential Elevators Recalls Elevators Due to Impact Hazard (Recall Alert)

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 20-779

Date: September 10, 2020

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 the light in 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 any occupants in the elevator cab.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 6,300

Incidents:

The firm has confirmed eight reports of a failure in the motor gearbox assembly. 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