RecallDepth

Quickie Rhythm Power Wheelchair with QC (non-expandable) electronics, Model number EIPW10

This recall has been terminated (originally issued August 23, 2008).

Company
Sunrise Medical Inc
Recall Initiated
January 11, 2008
Posted
August 23, 2008
Terminated
November 16, 2009
Recall Number
Z-1531-2008
Quantity
141 units total
Firm Location
Fresno, CA
Official Source
View on FDA website ↗

Reason for Recall

Product experiences a longer than expected stopping distance, which may cause injury to the user, objects, or the chair itself.

Distribution

Product was distributed to 126 retailers nationwide throughout the USA, as well as Canada and Australia.

Lot / Code Info

All wheelchairs with the QC Motor controller units with version 2.0 parameter or *.SUN file software.

Root Cause

Software design

Action Taken

Initial phone contact began on January 11, 2008. Medical device correction letters were also sent to affected dealers.

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