ModerateClass IITerminated

FDA Devices recall · Reported June 15, 2016

Liko Universal SlingBars Universal SlingBar" 350, Universal SlingBar" 350 QRH, Universal SlingBar" 350 R2R, Universal SlingBar" 450, Universal SlingBar" 450 QRH, Universal SlingBar" 450 R2R, Universal SlingBar" 600 Universal SlingBar" 600 QRH Component of Liko Lifts Product Usage: Universal SlingBar 350 It is commonly used for lifting children. Universal SlingBar 350 is available with three assembly options - fixed assembly, Quick-release Hook (QRH) or Room 2 Room (R2R

Q: Which agency issued this recall?

This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 15, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1916-2016.

Q: Where was the recalled product distributed?

Distribution: Worldwide and US Nationwide Distribution AE, AO, AR , AT , AU , AZ , BD , BE , BG , BH , BM , BN , BR , CA , CH , CL , CN , CO , CS , CZ , DE , DK , EG , ES , FI , FR , GB , GR , HK , HR , HU , ID , IE , IL , IN , IR , IS , IT , JO , JP , KR , KW , LB , LI , LK , LT , LU , LV , LY , MA , MT , MX , MY , NL , NO , NZ , OM , PH , PK , PL , PT , QA , RO , RS , RU, SA , SE , SG , SI , SK , SY , TH , TN , TR , TW , UA , US , UY and ZA..

Q: Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?

Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

The center bolt of the sling bar, which connects the bar to the patient lift, has failed during use. If the sling bar is not used as intended the bolt may be weakened. If the bo…

Recall #: Z-1916-2016
Affected scope: 163,561
Initiated: March 8, 2016

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Hill-Rom, Inc. recalled Liko Universal SlingBars Universal SlingBar" 350, Universal SlingBar" 350 QRH, Uni… - a moderate-severity action.

Liko Universal SlingBars Universal SlingBar" 350, Universal SlingBar" 350 QRH, Uni… was recalled by Hill-Rom, Inc. in June 15, 2016. Reason: The center bolt of the sling bar, which connects the bar to the patient lift, has failed during use. If the…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1916-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Hill-Rom, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-The center bolt of the sling bar, which connects the bar to the patient lift, has failed during use. If the….

Moderate
severity level: 164K units
affected scope: Class II
classification: June 15, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1916-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope (see the Recall Profile below) is large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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, 6 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 agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Liko Universal SlingBars Universal SlingBar" 350, Universal SlingBar" 350 QRH, Universal SlingBar" 350 R2R, Universal SlingBar" 450, Universal SlingBar" 450 QRH, Universal SlingBar" 450 R2R, Universal SlingBar" 600 Universal SlingBar" 600 QRH Component of Liko Lifts Product Usage: Universal SlingBar 350 It is commonly used for lifting children. Universal SlingBar 350 is available with three assembly options - fixed assembly, Quick-release Hook (QRH) or Room 2 Room (R2R). Universal SlingBar 450 Is appropriate in most cases and with most slings. Is installed on most lifts on delivery (does not apply to Viking XL). Universal SlingBar 450 is available with three assembly options - fixed assembly, Quick-release Hook (QRH) or Room 2 Room (R2R). Universal SlingBar 600 It is intended for use with the ComfortSling Plus mod 300/310 and 350/360, or with slings the intention of which is to overlap the leg supports, Universal SlingBar 600 is available with two assembly options - fixed assembly and Quick-release Hook (QRH).

Reason for recall

The center bolt of the sling bar, which connects the bar to the patient lift, has failed during use. If the sling bar is not used as intended the bolt may be weakened. If the bolt is weakened there is a potential risk for breakage with the result of a free fall of the patient. This hazard could cause potentially minor to catastrophic injuries to a patient.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class	Moderate (Class II)
Status	Terminated
Recall number	Z-1916-2016
Date reported	June 15, 2016
Date initiated	March 8, 2016
Recalling firm	Hill-Rom, Inc.
Firm location	Batesville, IN
Affected scope	163,561
Distribution	Worldwide and US Nationwide Distribution AE, AO, AR , AT , AU , AZ , BD , BE , BG , BH , BM , BN , BR , CA , CH , CL , CN , CO , CS , CZ , DE , DK , EG , ES , FI , FR , GB , GR , HK , HR , HU , ID , IE , IL , IN , IR , IS , IT , JO , JP …

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

163,561 units affected - multi-state distribution scale.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 15, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1916-2016.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: Worldwide and US Nationwide Distribution AE, AO, AR , AT , AU , AZ , BD , BE , BG , BH , BM , BN , BR , CA , CH , CL , CN , CO , CS , CZ , DE , DK , EG , ES , FI , FR , GB , GR , HK , HR , HU , ID , IE , IL , IN , IR , IS , IT , JO , JP , KR , KW , LB , LI , LK , LT , LU , LV , LY , MA , MT , MX , MY , NL , NO , NZ , OM , PH , PK , PL , PT , QA , RO , RS , RU, SA , SE , SG , SI , SK , SY , TH , TN , TR , TW , UA , US , UY and ZA..

Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device? ▼

Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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