CHAMPION Medical Recliner — Class II medical device recall Z-1980-2013
Terminated recall by Invacare Corporation, reported 2013-08-28, distributed nationwide. There is a possibility of elevated temperatures in the seat pad. In addition, the hospital cord set does not a
| Recall number | Z-1980-2013 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Invacare Corporation, Elyria, OH, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2013-06-18 |
| Classified | 2013-08-17 |
| Reported by FDA | 2013-08-28 |
| Terminated | 2014-01-09 |
| Distributed | Nationwide (US) |
| Quantity | 285 units |
| Reason classes | labeling |
Product
CHAMPION Medical Recliner, AC Powered with heat and massage, one chair per carton, or one chair wrapped in a blanket if delivered in person. Recliner provides heat and massage after surgery.
Reason for recall
There is a possibility of elevated temperatures in the seat pad. In addition, the hospital cord set does not agree with the labeling (information in manual).
Machine access
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