XL CONVALESCENT RECLINER 5291/529S with Padded armrests with guard, Dual fold down side-tables, Removable side panels, Built-in head-rest. The products are a multi position recliners with a steel frame used primarily in long term care or convalescent facilities. The recliners are suitable as general purpose seating for relaxation, reclining, eating, patient transport within the facility, and as a patient room chair for visitors.
This recall has been terminated (originally issued February 26, 2014).
- Company
- Winco Mfg., Llc
- Recall Initiated
- September 6, 2013
- Posted
- February 26, 2014
- Terminated
- December 30, 2014
- Recall Number
- Z-1117-2014
- Quantity
- 369 units (all models)
- Firm Location
- Ocala, FL
- Official Source
- View on FDA website ↗
Reason for Recall
A supplier manufacturing assembly defect with the right hand recline mechanism. Use of this product may result in the loss of functionality of the three (3) position lock bar when in a reclined position.
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA nationwide including Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kanas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, North Dakota, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Puerto Rico and Internationally to the country of Canada.
Lot / Code Info
Model(s) 5291, 529S. Serial numbers: 529A003767, 529A003779, 529A003787, 529A003790, 529A003792 thru 529A003865, 529S100044 thru 529100050.
Root Cause
Process control
Action Taken
Winco sent a Recliner Field Correction Notification letter dated September 11, 2013 to all affected consignees. The letter identified the product, the problem and action to be taken by the consignees. The consignees were instructed to complete and return the enclosed field correction response form back to Winco so they can send replacement mechanism(s) along with instructions on how to exchange the mechanism(s). Customers with questions were instructed to contact Customer Care at 800-237-3377 or email QA-RA@wincomfg.com. For questions regarding this recall call 352-854-2929, ext 130.