Invacare¿ Bariatric Bed with mattress and rails recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 15, 2016

Source

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

Official notice title

Invacare Corporation recalls Invacare¿ Bariatric Bed with mattress and rails , Junction Boxes, Product Usage: The Invacare Bariatric home care bed i…

Recall number

Z-2400-2016

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Invacare Corporation

Sold / distributed

US Nationwide Distribution including DC and PR. Internationally Canada.

Why it was recalled

The firm recently identified a quality issue with the Junction box used in the Invacare Bariatric Bed. They discovered that the Junction Box may omit sparks which could result in a fire in the presence of flammable materials.

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

What was recalled

Invacare¿ Bariatric Bed with mattress and rails , Junction Boxes, Product Usage: The Invacare Bariatric home care bed is intended to provide a rest surface with adjustable height from floor and adjustable surface contours.