SofTech Pressure-Sensing Wheelchair Cushions recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

July 6, 2023

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Official notice title

Aquila Corporation recalls SofTech Pressure-Sensing Wheelchair Cushions

Recall number

Z-2594-2023

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Aquila Corporation

Sold / distributed

Worldwide distribution: US (nationwide) and OUS (foreign) countries of: Canada, Sweden, Romania, Australia, UK

Why it was recalled

Defective battery pack in wheelchair cushions can overheat resulting in property damage and one possible injury.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

SofTech Pressure-Sensing Wheelchair Cushions