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HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1116-2014·Announced 2014-03-05

Winco Drop-Arm Convalescent Recliners Recalled for Mechanism Defect

Winco Mfg. is recalling 369 drop-arm convalescent recliners due to a manufacturing defect that may cause the three-position lock bar to lose functionality.

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 risk-of-harm product (medical device) where the defect could lead to loss of functionality, but no injuries or illnesses have been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Winco Mfg., LLC is recalling 369 units of Drop-Arm Convalescent Recliners, models 5271 and 5281. These multi-position recliners with steel frames are used primarily in long-term care or convalescent facilities for general seating, patient transport, and as visitor chairs. The affected units were distributed nationwide in the United States and internationally to Canada.

The recall is due to a supplier manufacturing assembly defect in the right-hand recline mechanism. This defect may result in the loss of functionality of the three-position lock bar when the recliner is in a reclined position. The source text does not report any specific injuries or illnesses associated with this defect.

Consumers and facility managers should identify affected units by checking the model numbers (5271, 5281) and serial numbers (527A101756 through 527A101816, and 528A100187 through 528A100199). The source text does not provide specific instructions for consumers on how to resolve the issue, such as contacting the manufacturer or a specific phone number.

The recalled product

Product
DROP-ARM CONVALESCENT RECLINER 5271/5281 with One-touch release for drop-arms, Built-in headrest, Padded push-handle, Three-position lock, Over-lap tray. The products are a multi position recliners with a steel frame used primarily in long term care or convalescent facilities.
Manufacturer
Winco Mfg., LLC
Category
Medical Device — Mobility Aids
Hazard
Affected units
369

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 (3)

  • Model(s) 5271
  • 5281. Serial numbers: 527A101756 thru 527A101816
  • 528A100187 thru 528A100199.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 38 states specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 4 recalled by Winco Mfg., LLC under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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