Composite Decks Recalled by Louisiana-Pacific; Decks Can Deteriorate and Break, Posing Fall Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-05-13). Hazards: fall. About 48,000,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09217 |
| Published | 2009-05-13 |
| Last updated | 2014-06-13 |
| Product category | Decking Materials |
| Products | Composite Decks |
| Firm named in the title | Louisiana-Pacific |
| Firms | Louisiana-Pacific (LP) Corp., of Nashville, Tenn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 48,000,000 |
| Hazard classes | fall |
| Remedy classes | replace, inspect |
| Sold | The Home Depot (Veranda® brand) and building product dealers (LP WeatherBest® and ABTCo. brands) nationwide from January 2005 to August 2008 for between $1.50 and $2.25 per linear foot. |
Description
The recall includes outdoor deck board and railings sold under the brand names LP WeatherBest®, ABTCo., and Veranda®. They are composite products that look similar to natural wood and were sold in various colors including Tuscan Walnut/Chestnut, Driftwood Grey/Greystone, Pacific Cedar and Western Redwood. Veranda decking products were manufactured by multiple firms; only products manufactured by LP are included in this recall.
Hazard
The recalled decking can prematurely deteriorate and unexpectedly break. Consumers can fall through broken decking and suffer serious injuries.
Remedy
Consumers with the recalled decking should immediately contact LP for a free inspection. If the decking is affected by premature deterioration, LP will arrange for a free replacement.
Incidents and injuries
LP has received 37 reports of composite decks breaking, resulting in 14 injuries, including a broken wrist, sprained ankle, minor lacerations and bruises.
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