Louisville Ladder Recalls Over 1.7 Million Attic Ladders Due to Injury Risk
Over 1.7 million attic ladders sold by Louisville Ladder under various brand names, including those found at Home Depot and Lowe's nationwide, have been recalled due to a risk of serious injury or death. The recall is prompted by reports…
Hartford & New Haven, CT, August 16, 2026 —
Louisville Ladder is recalling over 1.7 million attic ladders sold across the United States due to a potential safety hazard that could lead to serious injury or death. The recall affects ladders sold under various brand names, including those commonly found at major retailers such as Home Depot and Lowe’s.
The issue prompting the recall stems from reports of bolts breaking during use. This failure can cause the attic ladder to collapse, potentially leading to falls and subsequent injuries. The company has stated that the risk associated with these broken bolts could result in severe harm or fatalities.
The affected products were distributed nationwide. Consumers who have purchased Louisville Ladder attic ladders are advised to check their product to determine if it is part of this recall. Specific details regarding the affected models and brands are available through the company and relevant consumer product safety channels.
To address the safety concern, Louisville Ladder is offering a free repair kit to consumers who own the recalled attic ladders. This kit is intended to rectify the defect and mitigate the risk of falls. Information on how to obtain the repair kit and instructions for its installation are expected to be provided by the company.
Story summarized from the original created by Amanda Alvarado on www.wfsb.com, see more information here.
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