The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0634-2014·Announced 2014-01-15

Invacare Recalls Tracer IV Wheelchairs Due to Warped Wheels

Invacare is recalling 227 Tracer IV wheelchairs in Michigan because the wheels were warped and wobbled when rolled.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect (warped wheels) in a mobility device that poses a risk of harm, but the source text does not report any injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Invacare Corporation is recalling 227 Tracer IV wheelchairs, specifically the heavy-duty manual model with a 24-inch seat width and 450-pound weight capacity. The recall is limited to units distributed in Michigan.

The recall was initiated because the wheels on these wheelchairs were warped and wobbled when rolled. This defect could affect the stability and handling of the wheelchair.

Consumers who have one of the affected wheelchairs should stop using it and contact Invacare for instructions on how to proceed. The affected serial numbers are 11HM005144, 11IM031276-11IM031300, 11IM033659-11IM033718, 11KM011730, and 11KM032583-11KM032722.

The recalled product

Product
Tracer IV wheelchairs, Heavy duty manual wheel chair, 24" seat width, 450 lbs. weight capacity. Distributed by Invacare, Elyria, OH 44035 For transportation to accomplish necessary tasks of daily living in a home or community environment for the user.
Affected units
227

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (4)

  • Serial #'s: 11HM005144
  • 11IM031276-11IM031300
  • 11IM033659-11IM033718
  • 11KM011730 & 11KM032583-11KM032722.

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state: