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SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1466-2013·Announced 2013-06-12

Hill-Rom 1000 Hospital Bed Recalled Due to Brake Disengagement Risk

Hill-Rom, Inc. is recalling 8,737 Hill-Rom 1000 Beds because brakes may disengage when the bed frame is subjected to a hard jolt or force.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves a structural defect (brake disengagement) that poses a significant risk of injury to patients, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Hill-Rom, Inc. is recalling 8,737 Hill-Rom 1000 Beds, Product No. P1160. These devices are intended for low to moderate acuity patients in the medical surgical area of the hospital. The recall covers serial numbers J143AP0937 through O080AP5661.

The recall was initiated because complaints have been reported for brakes disengaging when the bed is subjected to a hard jolt or force to the frame. This defect poses a risk of the bed moving unexpectedly.

The affected devices were distributed worldwide, including the United States and numerous other countries. Healthcare facilities should contact Hill-Rom, Inc. for instructions on how to address the defect.

The recalled product

Product
Hill-Rom 1000 Bed, Product No. P1160. The Hill-Rom 1000 Bed is intended for low to moderate acuity patient in the medical surgical area of the hospital.
Manufacturer
Hill-Rom, Inc.
Category
Medical Device — Hospital Bed
Hazard
Affected units
8,737

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 (1)

  • Product number (P1160) with Serial Numbers J143AP0937 thru O080AP5661.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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