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FDA Devices recall · Reported August 8, 2012

Padded Swing Away Arm Rest with Receiver; Uses on wheelchair models: Quickie Q7 (EIR4), GT (EIR3), GTi (EIT4) and Zippie Zone (EIRZ1). Product Usage: To empower physically challenged persons by providing a means of mobility. This includes temporary and permanent conditions.

Reports of injury when the Padded Swing Away Armrest is used for full body weight. Owner's manual states that armrest is only designed for resting of forearm.

Recall #
Z-2113-2012
Affected scope
14, 035
Initiated
June 26, 2012
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Sunrise Medical (US) LLC recalled Padded Swing Away Arm Rest with Receiver; Uses on wheelchair models: Quickie Q7 (EIR4),… - a moderate-severity action.

Padded Swing Away Arm Rest with Receiver; Uses on wheelchair models: Quickie Q7 (EIR4),… was recalled by Sunrise Medical (US) LLC in August 8, 2012. Reason: Reports of injury when the Padded Swing Away Armrest is used for full body weight. Owner's manual states that…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2113-2012 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Sunrise Medical (US) LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Reports of injury when the Padded Swing Away Armrest is used for full body weight. Owner's manual states that….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
August 8, 2012
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2113-2012 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2113-2012) was formally reported on August 8, 2012, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 26, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Sunrise Medical (US) LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Fresno, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 14, 035.

The documented reason for this recall is: Reports of injury when the Padded Swing Away Armrest is used for full body weight. Owner's manual states that armrest is only designed for resting of forearm. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and the countries of Argentina, Brazil, Columbia, Costa Rica, Mexico, Panama, Uruguay and Venezuela.. 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

14, 035

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Padded Swing Away Arm Rest with Receiver; Uses on wheelchair models: Quickie Q7 (EIR4), GT (EIR3), GTi (EIT4) and Zippie Zone (EIRZ1). Product Usage: To empower physically challenged persons by providing a means of mobility. This includes temporary and permanent conditions.

Reason for recall

Reports of injury when the Padded Swing Away Armrest is used for full body weight. Owner's manual states that armrest is only designed for resting of forearm.

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-2113-2012
Date reported August 8, 2012
Date initiated June 26, 2012
Recalling firm Sunrise Medical (US) LLC
Firm location Fresno, CA
Affected scope 14, 035
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and the countries of Argentina, Brazil, Columbia, Costa Rica, Mexico, Panama, Uruguay and Venezuela.

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

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Padded Swing Away Arm Rest with Receiver; Uses on wheelchair models: Quickie Q7 (EIR4), GT (EIR3), GTi (EIT4) and Zippie Zone (EIRZ1). Product Usage: To empower physically challenged persons by providing a means of mobility. This includes temporary and permanent conditions.. Recalled by Sunrise Medical (US) LLC. Units affected: 14, 035.
Why was this product recalled?
Reports of injury when the Padded Swing Away Armrest is used for full body weight. Owner's manual states that armrest is only designed for resting of forearm.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 8, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2113-2012.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and the countries of Argentina, Brazil, Columbia, Costa Rica, Mexico, Panama, Uruguay and Venezuela..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2113-2012) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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