Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Recalls Adult Portable Bed Rails After Two Deaths; Entrapment and Asphyxiation Hazards
USDrive DeVilbiss Healthcare Recalls Adult Portable Bed Rails After Two Deaths; Entrapment and Asphyxiation Hazards
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedWhen attached to an adult's bed, users can become entrapped within the bed rail or between the rail and the side of the mattress. This poses a serious entrapment hazard and risk of death by asphyxiation.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall involves four models of Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare's adult portable bed rails: Model Product Product as Sold on Amazon: Dimensions 15064 Bed Assist Handle Home Bed Assist Handle About 21 inches high and 12 inches wide 15062 Bed Assist Rail with Folding Board Home Bed Assist Grab Rail with Bed Board About 23 inches high and 12 inches wide RTL15073 Home Bed Assist Handle Home Bed Assist Handle About 13-17 inches high (adjustable) and 19 inches wide RTL15063-ADJ Home Bed Assist Handle Adjustable Height Home Bed Assist Handle About 15-20 inches high (adjustable) and 20 inches wide The name "Drive" and the model number are printed on a label located on the product's metal tubing. The rails are made of steel tubing either in white or chrome. Models RTL15063-ADJ and RTL15073 include black non-slip padding on the grip handle and under-bed frame. Model 15062 features a wooden under-bed board attached to the grip handle.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedBed Assist Handles and Bed Assist Rail
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Drive-DeVilbiss-Healthcare-Recalls-Adult-Portable-Bed-Rails-After-Two-Deaths-Entrapment-and-Asphyxiation-Hazards |
| Title | Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Recalls Adult Portable Bed Rails After Two Deaths; Entrapment and Asphyxiation Hazards |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pic--1.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Home Bed Assist Handle (RTL15063-ADJ) |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pic--2.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Bed Assist Handle (15064) |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pic--3.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Bed Assist Rail with Folding Board (RTL15062) |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pic--4.png |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Recalled Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Home Bed Assist Handle (RTL15073) |
| Hazards › Name | When attached to an adult's bed, users can become entrapped within the bed rail or between the rail and the side of the mattress. This poses a serious entrapment hazard and risk of death by asphyxiation. |
| Injuries › Name | Drive has received two reports of entrapment deaths associated with two of its Bed Assist Handle bed rails (models 15064 and RTL15073). The deaths occurred in February 2011 and February 2015, and involved a 93-year-old woman at her home in California, and a 92-year-old man at an assisted living facility in Canada. |
| Products › Name | Bed Assist Handles and Bed Assist Rail |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 496,100 (68,000 units in Canada) (119 units in Mexico) |
| Recall I D | 9182 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bed rails and contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare to receive a full refund. |
| Retailers › Name | Medical supply stores nationwide and online at www.amazon.com and www.walmart.com. The bed rails were sold from October 2007 through December 2021 for between $30 and $80. |
| Recall Date | 2021-12-06T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves four models of Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare's adult portable bed rails: Model Product Product as Sold on Amazon: Dimensions 15064 Bed Assist Handle Home Bed Assist Handle About 21 inches high and 12 inches wide 15062 Bed Assist Rail with Folding Board Home Bed Assist Grab Rail with Bed Board About 23 inches high and 12 inches wide RTL15073 Home Bed Assist Handle Home Bed Assist Handle About 13-17 inches high (adjustable) and 19 inches wide RTL15063-ADJ Home Bed Assist Handle Adjustable Height Home Bed Assist Handle About 15-20 inches high (adjustable) and 20 inches wide The name "Drive" and the model number are printed on a label located on the product's metal tubing. The rails are made of steel tubing either in white or chrome. Models RTL15063-ADJ and RTL15073 include black non-slip padding on the grip handle and under-bed frame. Model 15062 features a wooden under-bed board attached to the grip handle. |
| Distributors › Name | Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare, of Port Washington, New York |
| Recall Number | 22025 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/home-bed-assist-handles-recalled-due-potential-entrapment-hazard |
| Consumer Contact | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bed rails and contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare to receive a full refund. Contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare at 877-467-3099 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or online at www.drivemedical.com and click on "Important Safety Information" at the top of the page or at: www.recallrtr.com/bedhandles. |
| Last Publish Date | 2021-12-06T00:00:00 |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Recalls Adult Portable Bed Rails After Two Deaths; Entrapment and Asphyxiation Hazards?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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