On April 21, 2022, Eagle Industrial Group issued a recall for their SafeRacks brand and Mostrerrax brand Overhead Garage Storage Racks. According to the recall, recall number 22-742, the hex bolts in the storage racks can be defective. The defect poses a risk of the overhead storage racks falling and impacting anyone in the immediate area. The recall affects approximately 12,800 units of the product.
The recall includes all seven sizes of the SafeRacks/Monsterrax Overhead Garage Storage Racks:
- 4 ft. x 4 ft.
- 4 ft. x 8 ft.
- 2 ft. x 6 ft.
- 3 ft. x 6 ft.
- 4 ft. x 6 ft.
- 3 ft. x 8 ft.
- 2 ft. x 8 ft.
These racks are industrial-strength steel racks. They are height-adjustable and attach to the ceiling. They were available in two colors: gray or white.
The defective storage racks were sold online from September 2021 to December 2021for approximately $140 each via Costco.com, saferacks.com, monsterrax.com, amazon.com, and other sites.
According to the recall, there have been at least 55 confirmed reports of the overhead storage racks falling. One report consisted of the corners of the storage rack falling and bruising and cutting a consumer’s face.
The company is urging affected consumers to unload the storage racks and contact them for free replacement bolts. If you or a loved one has suffered harm because of the defective storage racks, however, it is essential that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible to explore your legal options.
If you or a loved one was harmed because of a defective product, you could have grounds to file a lawsuit. It is essential that you seek legal assistance immediately. Our lawyers here at the Normandie Law Firm are ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to file your product liability lawsuit and recover the payout that you are owed. Do not hesitate to contact us at your earliest convenience for more information.
Possible Injuries
The defective overhead garage storage racks pose a significant risk to consumers. The rack itself and items stored on the rack can fall and potentially strike anyone in the area. Any sort of falling object incident can lead to some of the following injuries:
- Head injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Neck injuries
- Back injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Fractures
- Crushing injuries
- Nerve injuries
- Lacerations
- Scrapes and bruises
Some injuries resulting from these incidents can potentially cause devastating injuries that can be disabling. Some injuries can even prove to be fatal. Regardless of the harm that you or a loved one sustained, you should seek legal assistance as soon as possible.
What Steps to Take
You might be wondering what to do if you or a loved one was injured by a defective product. Whether the incident was caused by a defective overhead storage rack or any other product, the following steps are recommended:
- Take photos of your injuries
- Take photos of the entire scene of the accident
- Take photos of the defective product
- Seek medical attention for your injuries as soon as possible
- Contact the company to report the incident (Note – do not agree to return the defective product, do not agree to a refund, do not agree to a free repair, etc.)
- Keep the defective product in a safe place (Note – do not tamper with the product or try to repair it in any way)
- Gather any video footage that might have captured the incident (including home surveillance footage)
- Speak to any witnesses and collect their contact information
- Seek legal assistance with a product liability lawyer as soon as possible
Can I File a Class Action Lawsuit?
Yes – you could be eligible to file a class action claim. Considering that there have been at least 50 reports of the storage racks collapsing, a class action lawsuit is likely. Is there a class action lawsuit already? If there is, you might be asking yourself the following questions, including how can I join a class action lawsuit and how can I be a part of a class action lawsuit on this case. Usually, you simply have to opt in or out of participating in a class action or a mass torts lawsuit. With the help of an experienced class action lawyer, you could participate in this legal action.
Contact Us Today
Here at the Normandie Law Firm, we are dedicated to helping affected consumers after accidents involving defective products. We are proud to offer free legal services, which include free consultations and free second opinions. During these free legal services, our expert product liability recall lawyers will provide you with all the information that you need to begin or continue your claim. You can trust that our expert lawyers will guide you every step of the way and fight for your right to get the payout that you are owed. We offer a Zero-Fee guarantee, so our clients will never worry about paying upfront legal costs. In addition, we work on contingency, so you will actually not be required to pay anything until after winning your claim. If you do not win, you will not pay.
If you are ready to speak with our lawyers, contact us today.
