The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2060-2017·Announced 2017-05-17

Savaria SL-1000 Stairlift Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

Savaria Concord Lifts is recalling SL-1000 stairlifts because a defect in the electrical controller and motor can cause a fire.

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 involves a fire hazard, which is a significant injury/property-damage risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

Savaria Concord Lifts, Inc. is recalling the Savaria SL-1000 Stairlift in the United States and Canada. The recall involves 1,425 units in the United States and 734 units in Canada, identified by Job Number lots 671494 through 672668.

The recall is being issued because the electrical controller, combined with the motor, causes feedback that damages a component on the control board, which can start a fire. This defect presents a risk of fire to users and their homes.

Consumers who own a Savaria SL-1000 Stairlift with a Job Number lot between 671494 and 672668 should stop using the product immediately and contact Savaria Concord Lifts, Inc. for instructions on how to resolve the issue.

The recalled product

Product
Savaria SL-1000 Stairlift
Manufacturer
Savaria Concord Lifts, Inc.
Category
Consumer Product — Mobility Aids
Hazard

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)

  • s/n or lot number - Job Number lots 671494 - 672668

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

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