L.L.Bean Recalls Step Stools Due to Fall Hazard

Manufacturer: L.L.Bean Inc.,

Product: Painted Cottage Step Stools

Hazard: The step stools can slide or tip over, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Injuries: L.L.Bean has received six reports of incidents involving slips and falls, resulting in soreness and bruising.

Description: This recall involves L.L.Bean painted wood cottage step stools. They measure about 12 inches tall by 12 inches wide by 13 inches deep and have a slot on the top surface and hard plastic caps on the bottom of all four legs. They were sold in the following colors: black, coffee bean, ivory, light sage and red. Item number 281655 is printed on a sticker on the underside of the stool.

Remedy: Repair/Refund

Sold At: L.L.Bean stores nationwide, L.L.Bean’s catalog and online at www.llbean.com from December 2012 through June 2013 for about $40.

Units: About 2,800

Consumer Contact: L.L.Bean Inc. at (800) 555-9717 anytime, or online at www.llbean.com and click on Product Recall and Safety Info at the bottom of the home page for more information.

Company Website: www.llbean.com

CPSC Recall Notice: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/Recall-Alerts/2013/LLBean-Recalls-Step-Stools/