Recall Z-0421-2010
Invacare Corporation · initiated June 15, 2009
Product
Kuschall K Junior Manual wheelchair
Codes / lots: Model Numbers: 0806281234, 0806893858, 0806135534, 0806161578, 0806237627, 0806268153, 0806268154, 0806309590, 0806315524, 0806351557, 0806568768, 0806591793. 0806670117, 0806724855, 0806731287, 0806773921, 0807007811, 0807019897, 0807062866, 0807110193
Reason for recall
The handle has been breaking at a calculated weight of 65 kg which may have serious consequences (broken bones) depending on the circumstances of the break (e.g., user on ramps, hills, etc.).
FDA-determined cause: Device Design
Action taken
The firm contacted their customers by telephone and then sent a recall notification letter to each customer on 6/15/2009. Questions are directed to email: Recalls@Invacare.com or phone: 800-333-6900.
Details
- Recall number
- Z-0421-2010
- Initiated
- June 15, 2009
- Posted by FDA
- November 25, 2009
- Terminated
- November 21, 2011
- Product code
- IOR – Wheelchair, Mechanical
- Quantity
- 20 Wheelchairs
- Distribution
- Product was distributed to the following states: CA, CO, MN, NJ, OR, PA, TX & VA and one to Canada.
- Recalling firm
- Invacare Corporation, Elyria, OH