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TRU-Balance 3 Power Positioning Systems, TB3 Lift/Tilt/Recline (Gen 1). Mobility Medical Device

FDA device recall Z-0942-2017 · posted 2017-01-03 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Pride Mobility Products Corp
Reason for recall
The interface between the TB3 back and tilt base can separate when tilted beyond the specified angle.
Action taken
Pride Mobility Products Corp. mailed a letter to affected customers to inform them of the issue. Systems were not required to be returned. Customers were informed that a TB3 Seat Depth Adjustment Reinformcement Kit which contains (2) reinforcement plates and associated hardware to strengthen the interface will be installed to address the issue. Direct accounts were asked to contact patients to inform them of the product correction. Customers were also requested to complete and return Pride's completion card once the correction has been made. Pride will issue a $65.00 credit once the completion card is received. Customers with questions were instructed to call Pride's Upgrade Department at 866-222-6212. For questions regarding this recall call 800-800-8586.
Root cause
Use error
Status
Terminated
Product code
ITI
Quantity affected
12,343 chairs
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution
Date initiated
2016-12-01
Date posted
2017-01-03
Date terminated
2020-03-19
Location
Exeter, PA

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