PRA number
2016/15593
Published date
Product description
Quickie Q7 manual wheelchair
Why the product is recalled
Over time, and under some usage conditions, the backrest brackets may break and detach from the chair frame.
What the hazards are to consumers
If a backrest bracket breaks and goes unnoticed by the user or care giver, there is a risk that the occupant could fall out of the seat and sustain injury to the head or lower back.
What consumers should do
If you or someone you provide care for uses a Quickie Q7 manual wheelchair manufactured between 1 September 2009 and 27 November 2013 (see above for affected model and serial numbers), be aware of this recall for product correction.
You will be contacted by the dealer who supplied your device to arrange replacement of affected backrest brackets.
If you have any questions or concerns about this issue, or if you think you have an affected device and are not contacted, talk to your dealer or contact Sunrise Medical by telephone on 02 9678 6600 or email enquiries@sunrisemedical.com.au
You will be contacted by the dealer who supplied your device to arrange replacement of affected backrest brackets.
If you have any questions or concerns about this issue, or if you think you have an affected device and are not contacted, talk to your dealer or contact Sunrise Medical by telephone on 02 9678 6600 or email enquiries@sunrisemedical.com.au
Supplier
Sunrise Medical Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Therapeutic Goods Administration is the responsible regulator for this recall.