Liberty Hardware Muli-Grip Tub Safety Bars Recall Class Action Lawsuit
On September 26, 2024, Liberty Hardware issued a recall for their Multi-Grip Tub Safety Bars. According to the recall, number 24-24-378, the plastic sticker grip pads can become dislodged after their installation on tubs with tapered side walls, resulting in the safety bars being unstable during use; this poses a fall hazard. The recall affects approximately 174,500 units of the product.
The recall includes the Multi-Grip Tub Safety Bars sold under the following brands:
- Peerless (model PL585)
- Safety First (models SF585 and S1F585)
- Delta (model DF585)
The safety bars are powder-coated aluminum and were sold in the color white; they have a one-inch diameter tube with two gripping surfaces at 8-inches and 15-inches. The brand name and the model number can be found listed on a label on the product’s packaging.
Reportedly, Liberty Hardware has received at least fourteen reports of the plastic sticker grip pads dislodging after installation or needing replacement; one of these reports includes a fall with minor injuries.
The defective safety bars were sold in-store at Ace Hardware, Lowe’s, Menards, The Home Depot, Walmart, and other hardware stores and plumbing stores/suppliers nationwide. They were also available online via Amazon.com and FlyingBulldogs.com. The defective product was sold for prices ranging between $16 and $55 from January 2011 through May 2024.
The company is urging all affected consumers to immediately stop using the recalled safety bars and contact Liberty Hardware; affected consumers can request a pre-paid label and free packaging to return the bars for a $35 refund.
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Tub safety bars are supposed to reduce the risk of falls and the risk of injuries to users. In general, the individuals who use these products are those with mobility issues, balance issues, health issues either due to their age or other medical conditions – people who could suffer significant harm if they experience even a minor fall.
Some of the injuries that could occur because of the defective tub safety bars can include the following:
- Head injuries, including concussions and traumatic brain injuries
- Neck injuries and back injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Fractures
- Pelvic injuries
- Hip injuries
- Dislocations
- Sprains and strains
- Lacerations
- Scrapes and bruises
For those who are already medically frail, even what may seem like a minor fall could have devastating consequences. A fall could lead to temporary or permanent disability. In addition, falls could potentially lead to life-threatening complications for some.
What Should I Do?If you or a member of your family suffered a fall associated with the defective Liberty Hardware tub safety bars, you should consider pursuing a product liability lawsuit. Consider the following recommended steps to take:
- Take photos of all visible injuries
- Seek medical attention as soon as possible
- Take photos of the defective product
- Take photos of the scene of the incident
- Gather all relevant medical records
- Gather all records of lost income
- Contact the product manufacturer to report the incident and the harm suffered
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- Do not agree to return the product
- Do not agree to a refund
- Do not agree to a replacement
- Do not sign any documents provided by the manufacturer
- Speak to witnesses and collect their contact information (this may include caretakers, in-home nurses, etc.)
- If available, gather any surveillance footage that captured the incident
- Seek legal assistance as soon as possible
If you are not sure about what to do next, please do not hesitate to reach out to the experts here at our law firm as soon as possible. Our product liability lawyers are ready to guide you every step of the way.
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Contact Our Product Liability Lawyers TodayHere at the Downtown L.A. Law Group, our product liability lawyers are ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to fight for your rights and get justice. Under product liability law, product manufacturers could be sued if their defective products lead to incidents that cause harm. Our team has decades of experience and is ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to begin or continue your claim.
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Contact our product liability recall lawyers today to learn more about your right to file a lawsuit against Liberty Hardware.
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