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Home & Furniture

Molenaar Recalls Folding Step Stools Due to Fall Hazard

Agency Publication Date: July 12, 2012
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Summary

Molenaar is recalling approximately 3,700 13-inch high folding step stools because they can break or collapse unexpectedly while in use. These stools were distributed as promotional products and feature beige plastic bodies with brown tops and integrated carrying handles. No injuries have been reported, but consumers should stop using these stools immediately and return them to the business that provided the promotional item for a replacement or refund.

Risk

The plastic structure of the stool can fail or collapse under the user's weight, causing them to fall suddenly and potentially sustain injuries.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify the affected stool: Look for a 13-inch high folding plastic step stool that is beige with a brown top. These stools have a single step and a carrying handle when folded.
  2. Check for a company logo: These stools were used as promotional items, so check for various company logos imprinted on the side panel just beneath the top of the stool.
  3. Stop using the recalled step stool immediately to prevent a fall.
  4. If you are a consumer, return the stool to the business whose logo is printed on it to receive a different promotional item.
  5. If you are a business that purchased these from Molenaar, contact Molenaar LLC to return them for a refund or credit.
  6. For more information, contact Molenaar at 877-719-4442 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.miline.com.
  7. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have further questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

💰Full Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the step stools and return them to the business printed on the step stool to receive a different promotional item. Businesses who purchased the product from Molenaar should return them for a refund or credit. Consumers or businesses can contact Molenaar LLC for more information.

Contact: For additional information, contact Molenaar at (877) 719-4442 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.miline.com where a link to this recall will be posted.

Affected Products

Product: Folding Step Stool (13-inch)
Date Ranges: March 2012 - May 2012

Product Images

Recalled folding step stool

Recalled folding step stool

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 12224
Status: Active
Sold By: The recalled stools were distributed free by various companies as promotional products between March 2012 and May 2012.
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 3,700
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: Molenaar LLC, of Willmar, Minn.
Contact: For additional information, contact Molenaar at (877) 719-4442 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.miline.com where a link to this recall will be posted.
Agency Last Updated: April 25, 2016

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response