The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2461-2012·Announced 2012-10-03

Invacare Recalls I-Fit Shower Chairs Due to Quality and Adverse Event Data

Invacare is voluntarily recalling 21,168 I-Fit Shower Chairs (Models 9780, 9781, 9781-1) based on returned units and adverse event reports.

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 is classified as FDA Class II and is based on adverse event data, indicating a risk of harm where specific injury details are not provided in the source text, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products.

Plain-English summary

Invacare Corporation has voluntarily recalled the Invacare I-Fit Shower Chair, specifically Models 9780, 9781, and 9781-1. The recall was initiated on August 6, 2012, following the review of returned units, quality data, and adverse event reports. The agency classifies this as a Class II recall.

The affected chairs are designed to provide seating support for individuals bathing or showering. A total of 21,168 units were distributed nationwide in the United States, including Washington, D.C., and all 50 states. The products were also distributed in Australia, Canada, Guam, Israel, New Zealand, Thailand, and Trinidad and Tobago.

Consumers who possess these specific models should stop using the chairs immediately. Invacare is the recalling firm and is responsible for managing the recall process.

The recalled product

Product
Invacare¿ I-Fit" Shower Chair (Models 9780, 9781, 9781-1), Invacare Corporation, Elyria, OH 44035. These shower chairs are designed for individuals who require seating support when bathing or showering and provide comfort and safety in the bathtub.
Affected units
21,168

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)

  • 9780
  • 9781
  • 9781-1

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 51 states specifically: