Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported March 2, 2016
The recliners were shipped without the foot rest ottoman linkage side shields, which could result in consumer injury.
Hill-Rom, Inc. recalled Hill-Rom Bariatric Power Recliner, Product Model # P9096 Hill-Roms 660 lb Powered Baria… - a moderate-severity action.
Hill-Rom Bariatric Power Recliner, Product Model # P9096 Hill-Roms 660 lb Powered Baria… was recalled by Hill-Rom, Inc. in March 2, 2016. Reason: The recliners were shipped without the foot rest ottoman linkage side shields, which could result in consumer…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0860-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Hill-Rom, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-The recliners were shipped without the foot rest ottoman linkage side shields, which could result in consumer….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0860-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0860-2016) was formally reported on March 2, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 20, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Hill-Rom, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Batesville, IN. Federal records list the affected scope as 216.
The documented reason for this recall is: The recliners were shipped without the foot rest ottoman linkage side shields, which could result in consumer injury. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US including AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY, VA Medical Center and Int…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
216
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
Hill-Rom Bariatric Power Recliner, Product Model # P9096 Hill-Roms 660 lb Powered Bariatric Recliner was created to provide an aesthetically pleasing design that will enhance the overall experience for the bariatric patient. Using spring box construction and an exceptionally smooth mechanism, the patient is able to move into a reclined position with little effort and infinite positions up to 38 degrees. An independent footrest enables patients to be in a fully seated position with their feet up for added comfort.
The recliners were shipped without the foot rest ottoman linkage side shields, which could result in consumer injury.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-0860-2016 |
| Date reported | March 2, 2016 |
| Date initiated | January 20, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Hill-Rom, Inc. |
| Firm location | Batesville, IN |
| Affected scope | 216 |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution - US including AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY, VA Medical Center and Internationally to Cana… |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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