Werner Recalls Aluminum Ladders Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC recall 18179. Recall date: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
The ladders can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Remedy, in the words of CPSC
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ladders and return the ladder to the store of purchase to receive a full refund.
CPSC recall 18179 has the recall date 20 Jun 2018. The notice names the firm Werner. The recall has about 78,000 units. The median CPSC recall of 2018 has 7,200 units. This register puts the recall under the hazard Fall.
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More of the notice
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| Incidents and injuries | The firm has received one report of a ladder breaking while in use, resulting in one injury to the left side and elbow of the consumer. |
|---|---|
| Units | 78,000 |
| Remedy options | Refund |
| Description | This recall involves five models of aluminum telescoping ladders that can be used in five different positions (twin step ladder, stairway step ladder, extension ladder, wall ladder and as two scaffold bases). The date code is stamped on the inside of the outer leg of the ladder, beneath the bottom step. The model number is printed on a label located on the side of the ladder rail. The recalled ladders have a load capacity of 375 lbs. Model Number Date Codes Ladder Size MT-IAA-13A 121744XX or 011844XX 13 feet MT-IAA-17A 17 feet MT-IAA-22A 22 feet MT-IAA-26 26 feet MT-IAA-26A 26 feet |
| Product | Multi-Purpose Telescoping Aluminum Ladders, About 78,000 |
| Sold at | Home Depot and Lowe's stores nationwide from April 2018 through May 2018 for between $180 and $275. |
| Importer | Werner Co |
| Made in | China |
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The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 78,000Median of 2018: 7,200
- CPSC recalls of 2018
- 258
- Recalls of 2018 with one of the same hazards
- 17%
- Recalls on the register that name Werner
- 3
Other recalls of the firm
| Date | Recall |
|---|---|
| 14 Aug 2025 | Werner Recalls 20' and 24' Multi-Max Pro Multi-Purpose Ladders Due to Fall Hazard |
| 19 Jun 1997 | Space Master Sliding Attic Ladder Recall by Werner |
Official channels
- CPSC recall notice 18179The notice on the CPSC site, with the pictures and the contact of the firm.
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Recall Register. CPSC recall 18179. https://recallregister.com/product/8348-werner-recalls-aluminum-ladders-due-to-fall-hazard/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
Sources
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- US Consumer Product Safety Commission
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- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 18179 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
The firm has received one report of a ladder breaking while in use, resulting in one injury to the left side and elbow of the consumer.
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Home Depot and Lowe's stores nationwide from April 2018 through May 2018 for between $180 and $275.
- Which remedy options does CPSC list for recall 18179?
- CPSC lists 1 remedy option:
Refund
- How many units are in CPSC recall 18179?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
About 78,000