CPSC recall 12171
Folding Step Stools
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-04-21
On 2016-04-21 the CPSC announced a recall of Folding Step Stools by Kennedy International, citing the folding step stools can break or collapse unexpectedly when in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12171 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2012-05-10 |
| Published | 2016-04-21 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Kennedy International |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Folding Step Stools | This recall involves 9-inch and 13-inch Kennedy International folding step stools. The step stools are plastic and have a handle for carrying the stools when they are folded. The style number is 3575 for the 9-inch and 3576 for the 13-inch step stools. The style number is printed on a sticker on one of the legs of the stool. "Kennedy Home Collection" is also printed on a label on some of the stools. They were sold in the following colors: blue, green, gray, red, purple, pink, orange, turquoise, aqua, white, plum, orchid, emerald, sapphire, sangria, ocean, sage, fuchsia, lime and various color combinations.
Reason
The folding step stools can break or collapse unexpectedly when in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Kennedy-International-Recalls-Folding-Step-Stools-Due-to-Fall-Hazard
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