Featherlite Attic Stairway Ladder Lawsuit Update: Injuries, Recall Status, and Legal Options

Louisville Ladder recalled about 1.77 million Louisville, Featherlite, Lite and Century attic stairway ladders on August 6, 2026. The spreader bolts can break while the ladder is in use, creating a risk of serious injury or death from a fall. Eleven reports of broken bolts and one injury came before the recall. Owners should stop using the ladder and register for the free repair kit. One lawsuit, Pedigo v. Louisville Ladder, Inc., was filed in federal court in New York on September 22, 2026. No MDL has been formed.

Latest Featherlite Attic Stairway Ladder Lawsuit Updates

September 22, 2026: Leon Pedigo Files Complaint Against Louisville Ladder

Leon Pedigo filed a complaint against Louisville Ladder, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York. The case is Pedigo v. Louisville Ladder, Inc., No. 2:26-cv-05873 [1]. The case is assigned to Judge Steven I. Locke. The docket lists a fraud cause of action, and no court has ruled on the case yet.

August 6, 2026: CPSC Announces Attic Ladder Recall

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall of about 1.77 million Featherlite attic stairway ladder and three other brands that use gas struts. The Health Canada recall notice describes it as a joint recall with the CPSC and Louisville Ladder Corp. The notice puts United States sales at 1,770,000 units [2].

August 6, 2026: Health Canada Posts Recall for Canadian Owners

Health Canada posted its own notice for Louisville and Featherlite brand attic stairways sold in Canada. The company reported 13,054 units sold in Canada, with sales from June 2015 to July 2026.

What Is a Featherlite Attic Stairway Ladder?

An attic stairway ladder folds into an opening in the ceiling. According to the CPSC notice reported by Fox Business, the recalled ladders have aluminum or wood frames and handrails [3]. They were sold in widths of 22.5, 25.5 and 30 inches and lengths of 54 and 60 inches. They were designed for ceiling heights from 7 feet, 8 inches to 12 feet.

Who May Be Affected?

Owners of Louisville, Featherlite, Lite or Century attic stairway ladders with gas struts may be affected. The recall covers ladders made on or before June 22, 2026. In the United States, the ladders were sold from November 2012 through July 2026 at retailers nationwide and online. Prices ranged from about $170 to $600. Look inside the attic door to find your ladder’s brand name and model number. In Canada, sales ran from June 2015 to July 2026. People hurt in a fall when a spreader bolt broke may also be affected. Whether you can bring a claim depends on your own facts, so each situation needs an individual legal review.

Reported Injuries or Damages

In its August 6, 2026 notice, the CPSC listed 11 reports of bolts breaking in the United States. One incident resulted in injuries to a consumer’s neck, head and back. In Canada, as of July 24, 2026, the company had received one report of an incident and no reports of injuries, according to Health Canada. These are company incident reports, not court findings.

Recall and Regulatory Background

The remedy is a free repair kit with two replacement 1/4 inch spreader bolts, washers and lock nuts, plus installation instructions. Owners register for the kit through the company. The recall is a joint action by the CPSC, Health Canada and Louisville Ladder Corp., announced August 6, 2026. A recall does not by itself establish liability.

Evidence to Preserve

Keep the following items if a ladder failed or if you were hurt in a fall:

• The ladder itself and its bolts, washers and lock nuts, especially any broken parts.
• Photographs of the ladder label, the attic opening and the scene of any fall.
• Receipts, order confirmations or retailer records showing where you bought it.
• Your repair kit registration and any messages with Louisville Ladder Corp.
• Medical records and bills for any injury.
• Names and contact details of anyone who saw the fall.

Filing Deadlines

Filing deadlines come from state law. They vary with where you live and when the fall and the injury happened. A missed deadline can end a claim even when the facts are strong, so ask a lawyer promptly about the deadline that applies to your situation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Featherlite Attic Ladder Models Are Recalled?

The Featherlite attic ladder models recalled include AA2210R5FL, which carries UPC 772751221057. The Louisville models include AA2210, AA2210F, AA2510 and AA2510F. Health Canada lists 16 models in all.

How Do I Get the Free Repair Kit for a Recalled Attic Ladder?

You can get the free repair kit for a recalled attic ladder by registering at Atticstairwayrecall.expertinquiry.com. You can also call Louisville Ladder Corp. at 1-888-679-5132, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. ET Monday through Friday, or email LouisvilleLadders8144@sedgwick.com.

Where Can I Find the Recall Notice for My Attic Ladder?

You can find the recall notice for your attic ladder on the Louisville Ladder website, which carries an urgent recall notice on attic stairways. The Canadian notice uses the Health Canada recall number RA-82445.

What Does the Research Say About the Spreader Bolt Failures?

The research on the spreader bolt failures comes from Health Canada. It says the 1/4-inch chrome-colored spreader assembly bolts on affected units may not meet Louisville Ladder Corp.’s design specifications.

References

1. https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/74833350/1/pedigo-v-louisville-ladder-inc/
2. https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/louisville-and-featherlite-brand-attic-stairways-recalled-due-injury-hazard
3. https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/more-than-1-7m-ladders-recalled-nationwide-potentially-deadly-fall-hazard