Little Giant Ladder Recall 2026: Is Your Ladder Affected and What to Do

Quick answer: As of Nov. 6, 2026, Little Giant is recalling about 3.66 million ladders with Rapid Locks. The ladders can suddenly shrink if a lock is not fully engaged. Stop using yours, check for an orange “QC” sticker, and contact Little Giant for a free repair kit.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) posted the recall on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026. It covers 11 popular models sold for more than a decade. Here is how to tell if your ladder is part of it, and what you can get back.

Is my Little Giant ladder recalled? Check in 4 steps

1. Find the model name. The brand name and model name are printed on the side of the ladder.
2. Compare it to the list. The recalled models are Adjustable Fortress 2.0, Conquest 2.0, Dark Horse 2.0, Epic, King Kombo XT, Leveler, MegaLite, MegaLite+, Multi, Quantum and Vector.
3. Look for the Rapid Locks. These are black or orange locks on each ladder leg. They slide into the rungs to set the height.
4. Look for an orange “QC” sticker. It is a rectangle on the rail above one of the Rapid Locks. If your ladder has that sticker, it is not part of this recall. If there is no sticker, treat it as recalled.

You can also scan the QR code on the ladder. The CPSC says it takes you to the company’s recall information.

The recalled models

If your model is not on this list, the CPSC notice does not cover it. That does not mean any ladder is risk-free. It only means this recall does not apply.

What went wrong with the Rapid Locks?

Many Little Giant ladders change height. You pull the lock out, slide the leg, and push the lock back into a rung. The Rapid Lock is the part that holds the leg in place.

The CPSC says the problem shows up when a lock is not fully engaged. In that case, the ladder can suddenly retract. Someone standing on it can fall.

Little Giant has received 25 reports of ladders retracting. Those include 19 injury reports. Three involved head injuries. The CPSC lists examples such as traumatic brain injury, skull fracture, concussion, vision loss, hearing loss and cognitive impairment.

The other 16 injury reports involved things like broken bones, joint fractures, cuts and bruises. The company also received 39 reports of Rapid Locks not working properly.

Those numbers are reports, not a full count of every incident. Some falls are never reported to a company or the government.

Timeline

What you get: repair kit, replacement or refund

The remedy has steps. It is not an automatic refund. Here is how the CPSC describes it.

1. Stop using the ladder now. Keep it out of use until you read the recall information.
2. Request the free repair kit. It contains warning labels and instructions. You stick the labels on the ladder.
3. Follow the new routine. The instructions say to check that the Rapid Locks are fully engaged before every use. They also say to keep the locks lubricated.
4. Still not working? If a lock does not work right after lubrication, contact Little Giant for an evaluation.
5. Replacement or refund. If the lock still fails after the evaluation, Little Giant offers a replacement ladder of the same or an equivalent model, or a refund.

The refund is not always the full price. The CPSC says the low end is a depreciated value based on your purchase date. The top is the full price for ladders bought within the past 12 months.

So if you bought your ladder in the last year, keep the receipt handy. An order email from Amazon, Lowe’s or Costco also helps prove the date.

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Who is involved and who decides

The CPSC says the ladders were made in the United States, China, Mexico and Malaysia.

Made-up examples: what different owners should do

These are made-up examples to show how the rules work. They are not real people.

Example 1: Maria bought a MegaLite+ at Costco in March 2026. There is no orange QC sticker. She stops using it and requests the repair kit. If a lock fails after lubrication and an evaluation, she bought it within 12 months. That means she could be offered up to the full price.

Example 2: Dave has a 2018 King Kombo XT in his garage. No sticker. He orders the kit and adds the labels. His locks work fine after lubrication. He keeps using it, but checks both locks every time, as the instructions say.

Example 3: Tasha’s Conquest 2.0 has the orange QC sticker. Her ladder is not part of this recall. She still follows basic ladder safety and does nothing else.

Common mistakes to avoid

• “It has never slipped, so it’s fine.” The CPSC says to stop using it until you review the recall information.
• Selling it at a garage sale. The CPSC says it is illegal to sell recalled products. That includes online marketplaces.
• Throwing it out right away. You may lose your chance at a replacement or refund. Request the kit first.
• Guessing on the sticker. Look for an orange rectangle marked “QC” on the rail above a Rapid Lock. A different sticker does not count.
• Losing proof of purchase. The refund amount depends on when you bought it.

How to use any adjustable ladder more safely

Even after the fix, the new labels ask you to check the locks every time. That is good advice for any adjustable ladder.

• Before climbing, look at each lock. Make sure it is fully seated in the rung.
• Give the ladder a firm push with your hands before you step on it.
• Set it on firm, level ground.
• Do not stand above the highest step the label allows.
• Keep three points of contact: two hands and a foot, or two feet and a hand.
• Do not move or adjust the ladder while anyone is on it.

Holiday season matters here. Many people climb ladders in November and December to hang lights. If your ladder is in the recall, sort it out before decorating day.

What happens next: key dates to watch

• Now: Owners can contact Little Giant by phone or at littlegiantladders.com/pages/recalls.
• No end date listed: The CPSC notice does not give a deadline to request the kit. Still, the 12-month refund window depends on your purchase date, so act soon.
• Black Friday and holiday sales: Watch for recalled models on resale sites. Buyers should check for the QC sticker.
• CPSC updates: The agency sometimes adds new incident counts or changes recall details. We will update this page if that happens.

If you or someone in your home was hurt, you can report it to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov. Reports help the agency track problems.

FAQ

How many Little Giant ladders are recalled?

About 3,662,000, according to the CPSC. News reports round it to “more than 3.6 million.”

How do I know if my ladder is recalled?

Check the model name on the side. If it is one of the 11 listed models and has Rapid Locks, look for an orange rectangular “QC” sticker above a lock. No sticker means it is included.

Will Little Giant give me my money back?

Not right away. First you get a free repair kit. If a lock still fails after lubrication and an evaluation, you can choose a replacement or a refund. Ladders bought within the past 12 months can get up to the full price.

Can I keep using my ladder after I get the kit?

The CPSC says the kit’s labels and instructions tell you to check the locks before every use and keep them lubricated. If they work properly, the remedy is designed to let you keep using the ladder.

I bought mine on Amazon. Does that matter?

No. The recall covers ladders sold at Lowe’s, Costco, Amazon, LittleGiantLadders.com and other stores and websites. Contact Little Giant directly either way.

Bottom line

If you own a Little Giant ladder with Rapid Locks and no orange QC sticker, stop using it today. Call 866-201-9069 or visit the company’s recall page for the free kit. Keep your receipt, because the refund amount depends on when you bought it. And check both locks every single time you climb.

Last reviewed: Nov. 6, 2026. This is a developing recall. We will add a dated update if the CPSC or Little Giant changes the details.

Sources: CPSC recall notice No. 27-067 (Nov. 5, 2026), CPSC 2017 Wing Enterprises recall, THV11 / TEGNA (Nov. 5, 2026), Little Giant recall page, SaferProducts.gov.

Featured image credit: illustrative photo, not a recalled ladder. Photo: Eli Pousson / Baltimore Heritage, via Wikimedia Commons, CC0; edited by Nexgen Headlines.

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