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HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2795-2026·Announced 2026-08-05

Permobil M3 Corpus Power Wheelchair Recalled Over Firmware Stability Issue

Permobil is recalling M3 Corpus Power Wheelchairs with firmware version 1.26.2 because the firmware lacks a speed restriction when the seat lift exceeds 50 mm, which may cause falls or tip-overs.

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 FDA classified this as Class II, and the source does not report any injuries or hospitalizations. The hazard is a potential fall or tip-over without reported harm, matching the High criterion for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Permobil Inc. is retroactively recalling the Permobil M3 Corpus Power Wheelchair with Heavy Duty Shock, REF 120031, Model version 3. The recall covers all units operating with firmware version 1.26.2 (UDI (01)17330818345674). A total of 140 units were distributed worldwide, including nationwide distribution in the United States and in Canada.

The firmware in these wheelchairs lacks a speed restriction needed to maintain stability when the seat lift exceeds 50 mm. This condition may cause the user to fall from the wheelchair or the wheelchair to tip over.

The recall applies to users of the affected wheelchairs with firmware version 1.26.2. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has classified this as a Class II recall. The recall notice does not specify next steps for consumers.

The recalled product

Product
Permobil M3 Corpus Power Wheelchair with Heavy Duty Shock REF:120031, Model version 3
Manufacturer
Permobil Inc
Category
Medical Device — Power Wheelchair
Hazard
Affected units
140

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)

  • All Units operating with firmware version 1.26.2/UDI:(01)17330818345674

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 39 states specifically:

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