The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2217-2017·Announced 2017-06-07

Cardinal Digital Bariatric Scales Recalled Due to Seat Failure Risk

Cardinal Scale Mfg Co is recalling 975 digital bariatric scales because a seat may fail unexpectedly, posing an injury risk.

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 where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Cardinal Scale Mfg Co is recalling 975 units of the Cardinal Digital Bariatric Scale, specifically models 6876 (600 lb capacity) and 6868 (1000 lb capacity). The recall was initiated due to a reported complaint where a seat on the scale failed unexpectedly. This defect can cause an injury to the user.

The affected scales were distributed worldwide, including nationwide in the United States across numerous states such as Alabama, California, and New York, as well as in foreign countries including Canada, Hong Kong, Kuwait, and Pakistan. No specific lot numbers or codes were provided in the recall notice.

Consumers should stop using the affected scales immediately. The recalling firm, Cardinal Scale Mfg Co, is responsible for managing the recall.

The recalled product

Product
Cardinal, Digital Bariatric Scale 1) model 6876, Cap 600 and 2) model 6868 Cap 1000
Manufacturer
Cardinal Scale Mfg Co
Category
Medical Device — Bariatric Scale
Hazard
Affected units
975

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)

  • None.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 31 states specifically:

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