Product description

Mobility chairs consisting of the combination of the Otto Bock Discovery Wheelbase and the Leckey Mygo Seat

See a list of details to help identify the product

Reason the product is recalled

Testing has shown that the frame of the Discovery Wheelbase, when used in conjunction with the Mygo Seat, does not meet appropriate crash test standards.

The hazards to consumers

In the event of an accident the user may be unduly injured.

What consumers should do

Consumers are advised to cease using the Discovery Wheelbase / Mygo Seat combination as a seat in a vehicle. The chair may still be safely used as a mobility device.

Consumers should be contacted by their supplier within the next two weeks regarding the replacement reinforced model.

Consumers requiring further information on this recall can contact Otto Bock Australia Pty Ltd on 02 8818 2806.

Details to help identify the product

Supplier running the recall

Otto Bock Australia Pty Ltd

Identifying product features

Model numbers: HR3204 K or HR32040040-27 Note: only the 40.5cm Discovery Wheelbases with serial numbers up to and including 201042100610 are affected.

Identifying numbers

Other identifying numbers

Model numbers: HR3204 K or HR32040040-27

Note: only the 40.5cm Discovery Wheelbases with serial numbers up to and including 201042100610 are affected.

Where the product was sold

New South Wales
Queensland
Western Australia

Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2011/12280 when contacting a regulator about this recall.

Recall and remedy questions

Contact the Therapeutic Goods Administration if you have:

  • a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
  • concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.