The Recall Desk
Agency classClass IIOur severity:ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2531-2018·Announced 2018-08-01

Brewer Access Hi-Low Exam Tables Recalled for Over-Crimped Wire Harness

Brewer Company is recalling seven Access Hi-Low Exam Tables because over-crimped wire harness connectors may affect the vertical side switches.

The agency’s classification

FDA (Devices): Class II

Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.

This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 2/5 (Moderate).

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 the source text describes a mechanical defect without reporting any injuries, illnesses, or fatalities, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Brewer Company, LLC is recalling seven Access Hi-Low Exam Tables, Model 6501-XX. The recall involves specific serial numbers: HL018786, HL018787, HL018788, HL018789, HL018790, HL018791, HL018797, and HL018805.

The recall was initiated because the wire harness was over-crimped on some of the connectors that go to the two vertical side switches on the exam table. This defect may impact the functionality of the switches.

The affected devices were distributed in Wisconsin, Texas, Minnesota, and Illinois. Healthcare facilities should contact Brewer Company, LLC for instructions on how to address the issue.

The recalled product

Product
Access Hi-Low Exam Tables, Model 6501-XX
Manufacturer
Brewer Company, LLC
Category
Medical Device — Exam Tables
Hazard
Affected units
7

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 (9)

  • Model 6501-XX
  • Lot/Serial No. HL018786
  • HL018787
  • HL018788
  • HL018789
  • HL018790
  • HL018791
  • HL018797
  • HL018805

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

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