ESSENTIAL MEDICAL SUPPLY, INC. ENDURANCE HD, BUILT TO LAST, HEAVY DUTY FOUR WHEEL WALKER for users up to 500 pounds. Mod

FDA device recall Z-2269-2010 · posted 2010-08-25 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm

Essential Medical Supply, Inc.

Reason for recall

Essential Medical Supply, Inc. is recalling W1801B and W1801R Endurance HD Walkers due to recent reports and tests that show the front caster may detach from the frame. The potential failures include a collapse of the plastic fork or shearing of the stud attaching the caster to the frame.

Action taken

All Consignees were mailed an Urgent: Product Recall W1801B and W1801R Endurance HD Walkers notification on December 30, 2009. All notifications were sent first class mail in a 9" X 6" envelope. Response cards were included. The letter identified the affected product and the reason for recall. Customers were asked to examine their inventory for affected product and to discontinue further use or distribution of the product. If the product was further distributed, customers should contact their customers, advise them of the recall and have them return the units to them. Customers should follow the instructions provided for return and replacement of units.

Root cause

Other

Status

Terminated

Product code

ITJ

Quantity affected

2,954 units

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution

Date initiated

2009-12-21

Date posted

2010-08-25

Date terminated

2012-02-21

Location

Orlando, FL