Severity
Critical
FDA Devices recall · Reported July 16, 2025
The Q-link 13 could allow for an improper attachment (false latching) of the Quick-Release Hook used on Sling Bars and other accessories. This could result in a critical injury fr…
Baxter Healthcare Corporation recalled Hillrom Q-Link 13 component, Product Code 3156509, used with the following Mobile Patient… - a critical-severity action.
Hillrom Q-Link 13 component, Product Code 3156509, used with the following Mobile Patient… was recalled by Baxter Healthcare Corporation in July 16, 2025. Reason: The Q-link 13 could allow for an improper attachment (false latching) of the Quick-Release Hook used on Sling…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2031-2025 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Baxter Healthcare Corporation issued this critical-severity FDA Devices recall-The Q-link 13 could allow for an improper attachment (false latching) of the Quick-Release Hook used on Sling….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2031-2025 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2031-2025) was formally reported on July 16, 2025, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 30, 2025. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Ongoing. Baxter Healthcare Corporation is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Deerfield, IL. Federal records list the affected scope as 9899 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: The Q-link 13 could allow for an improper attachment (false latching) of the Quick-Release Hook used on Sling Bars and other accessories. This could result in a critical injury from a patient fall as the false latched c… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide. 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.
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Severity
Critical
Affected scope
9899 units
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
Hillrom Q-Link 13 component, Product Code 3156509, used with the following Mobile Patient Lifts: 1) Uno 102 EE Mobile lift - Product Code 2010004; 2) Viking L Mobile lift - Product Code 2040044; 3) Viking XL Mobile lift - Product Code 2040043; 4) Viking M Mobile lift - Product Code 2040045A; 5) Viking S Mobile Lift - Product Code 2040006; 6) Viking XS Mobile Lift - Product Code 2040007; 7) LikoLight Mobile lift - Product Code 2030001. .
The Q-link 13 could allow for an improper attachment (false latching) of the Quick-Release Hook used on Sling Bars and other accessories. This could result in a critical injury from a patient fall as the false latched component may initially bear weight but can loosen from the Q-link resulting in a detachment and drop.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Critical (Class I) |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall number | Z-2031-2025 |
| Date reported | July 16, 2025 |
| Date initiated | May 30, 2025 |
| Recalling firm | Baxter Healthcare Corporation |
| Firm location | Deerfield, IL |
| Affected scope | 9899 units |
| Distribution | Worldwide |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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