BEUDAMED
    FDA Recall Terminated

    Kuschall K Junior Manual wheelchair

    Recall: Z-0421-2010 · Initiated June 15, 2009

    Recall

    Recall Number
    Z-0421-2010
    Event Number
    52445
    Firm
    Invacare Corporation
    FEI Number
    3002889431
    Product Code
    IOR
    Status
    Terminated
    Root Cause
    Device Design
    Initiated
    June 15, 2009
    Posted
    November 25, 2009
    Terminated
    November 21, 2011
    Address
    1 Invacare Way PO Box 4028, Elyria, OH, 44035

    Description

    Kuschall K Junior Manual wheelchair

    Reason

    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.).

    Action

    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: [email protected] or phone: 800-333-6900.

    Distribution

    Product was distributed to the following states: CA, CO, MN, NJ, OR, PA, TX & VA and one to Canada.

    Quantity

    20 Wheelchairs