The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·92139·Announced 1992-09-30

Super Young Aluminum Two-Step Ladders Recalled Due to Step Collapse Risk

Super Young Industrial is recalling aluminum two-step ladders sold before November 1989 because the first step may collapse or tear from the frame, causing injuries.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect (step collapse) that has resulted in reported injuries including broken bones and lacerations, but no deaths or hospitalizations are explicitly reported, fitting the 'High' criteria for risk-of-harm products with reported injury.

Plain-English summary

Super Young Industrial Co., Ltd. is recalling aluminum two-step ladders distributed by retailers in the United States prior to November 1989. The affected ladders can be identified by an "SYC" mark on the hinges and vertical grid lines running across the steps. Approximately one million of these ladders were imported into the U.S. from 1985 to 1989 and sold at stores such as Ace Hardware, Channel, and Builders Emporium.

The recall is being conducted after reports that the ladder's first step collapses or tears from its frame. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has information that falls from these ladders allegedly caused lacerations, broken bones, muscle strains, and back injuries. While Super Young does not believe a safety hazard exists, the recall is being undertaken to meet concerns expressed by the CPSC.

Consumers should stop using the affected ladders immediately. To obtain a refund, owners should mail the ladder to Super Young, c/o Collins International Co., Ltd., 16-00 Route 208, Fair Lawn, New Jersey 07410. Shipping costs will be refunded, and consumers will receive $5.00 or one-half the actual price paid if proof of purchase is provided. No proof of purchase is necessary for the refund, but it should be included if available. Consumers may call 1-800-288-9315 for questions.

The recalled product

Product
Aluminum Two-Step Ladder Recalled By Super Young Industrial Co., Ltd.
Manufacturer
Ace Hardware
Category
Consumer Product — Ladders
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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