Permobil TiLite Manual Wheelchair Models Aero Z and ZRA
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The transit tie-down bracket assembly, used to secure the wheelchair in a vehicle, may fail in the event of an accident.
Product Description & Identification
Reason / Defects: The transit tie-down bracket assembly, used to secure the wheelchair in a vehicle, may fail in the event of an accident. Hazards: If a user is seated in the wheelchair while the vehicle is moving, failure of the transit tie-down brackets could result in a serious injury or death. What to do: Consumers should stop using their wheelchair as a passenger seat in a vehicle until repairs have been made. TiLite Aero Z Permobil Australia will contact consumers to provide instructions on how to re-orientate the tie-down bracket system. The tie-down bracket system should be re-oriented into a rear-facing configuration and placed in the rearmost position. TiLite ZRA Permobil Australia will contact consumers and advise them to remove and dispose of the tie-down bracket system. Permobil Australia is currently working on a permanent solution to this issue. For more information, consumers can contact Permobil Australia on 1300 845 483.
Affected Products
Permobil TiLite manual wheelchair models Aero Z and ZRA Product code: ZTTDO3 Affected serial numbers manufactured between 19-Jan-2017 to 14-Jun-2021 ARTG 147047 (Permobil Australia - Wheelchair)
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Guid › #text | deb045c9-d800-4059-94d7-2c028131d192 |
| Guid › @ is Perma Link | false |
| Link | https://www.productsafety.gov.au/search-consumer-product-recalls/permobil-tilite-manual-wheelchair-models-aero-z-and-zra |
| Pub Date | Thu, 21 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 |
| Extracted image | https://www.productsafety.gov.au/system/files/styles/large/private/Permobil%20TiLite%20Aero%20Z%20Wheelchair.png?itok=pSFGQuoq |