Recently, Werner Co. announced a recall of more than 122,000 Multi-Max Pro ladders. This move follows safety complaints regarding their locking mechanism.
Recall Details
The recall is limited to certain models including the ALMP-20IAA (20-foot) and ALMP-24IAA (24-foot) trailer models. Aside from defectively designed, consumers should conduct ladder inspections as design defects can result in serious, potentially fatal injury.
The recall, number 25-431, follows Werner getting 18 reports of falls related to these ladders. Alarmingly, 14 of these cases resulted in trauma. Victims experienced as much as severe bruising and lacerations, and more serious trauma including head injuries and fracture of wrist, leg and ribs. Given the locking mechanism’s potential to fail, creating a serious risk of users falling without warning, we were heartened to see the company’s quick response.
The impacted ladders have a silver finish with a blue top and the blue and white label indicating the model on the side rail. The label features an oval logo with the name “Werner” and brand “MULTI MAX PRO.” These ladders can be easily recognized by a long black rope attached to the top rung. Notably, models ALMP-16IAA and ALMP-18IAA Multi-Max Pro Ladders have an alternate design and are not included in this recall.
We commend Werner for its proactive cooperation with federal consumer product regulators to protect the safety of its customers. To help consumers who might have one of the recalled ladders, the firm has offered a number of ways to get more information. A dedicated webpage for recall details can be found at http://www.wernerco.com/recalls, where consumers can learn more about the specifics of this situation. Alternatively, information is available by clicking on the “Recalls” link located at the bottom of Werner’s home page.
For anyone who believes they may have one of the recalled ladders in their possession, Werner advises contacting the company directly. Consumers can call Werner at 888-624-1907 from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. Or, questions may be emailed to ladder@realtimeresults.net for additional information on the recall.
