The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2249-2012·Announced 2012-08-29

Stryker Recalls Powered MOV Chairs for Documentation and Classification Issues

Stryker is recalling 159 Powered MOV Chairs to address potential compliance issues regarding product documentation and classification identified during a merger review.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and addresses documentation and classification compliance issues rather than a direct physical hazard or reported injury, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation is recalling 159 units of the Powered Mobility Offers Versatility (MOV) Chair. The affected models include the EMS, EMS24, HHC, and INO. These devices are designed to transport seated patients weighing up to 500 lbs up or down stairs. The recall covers units distributed nationwide in the United States and in Canada.

The recall was initiated after Paramed Corporation, the original manufacturer, merged with an affiliate of Stryker Corporation in August 2009. During the due diligence process, the MOV chair was reviewed to identify potential compliance issues related to product documentation and classification. The source text does not report any injuries, illnesses, or deaths associated with these devices.

Affected units are identified by the model IND with specific serial codes ranging from 100546 to 100638. Users should contact Stryker Medical Division for further instructions on how to proceed with the recall.

The recalled product

Product
Powered Mobility Offers Versatility (M¿V)TM Chair. The Powered MOV Chair models EMS, EMS24, HHC, and INO Powered MOV Chair, enable two operators to transport a seated patient weighing up to 500 Ibs up or down stairs. Key features include infinite positioning system, thermal pr
Affected units
159

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 (20)

  • Model: IND with serial codes: 100546
  • 100547
  • 100558
  • 100560
  • 100561
  • 100562
  • 100563
  • 100564
  • 100565
  • 100567
  • 100568
  • 100569
  • 100570
  • 100571
  • 100572
  • 100573
  • 100574
  • 100575
  • 100576
  • 100577

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 26 states specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 4 recalled by Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation 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.

See all 4 products in this recall →