CLASS II Device recall · Reported 16 Jul 2014 · FDA Enforcement Report
Aquatec Fixed Backrest - accessory for Mobile Shower recalled
Invacare is recalling Aquatec Fixed Backrest - accessory for Mobile Shower and Toilet commode Aquatec Ocean, distributed in Pennsylvania. The recall was initiated on 25 Jun 2014 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-2023-2014
- FDA event ID
- 68399
- Recalling firm
- Invacare, Elyria, OH
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 25 Jun 2014
- FDA classified
- 9 Jul 2014
- Reported
- 16 Jul 2014
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 25 Jun 2014 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 9 Jul 2014 | Classified by FDA | +14 days |
| 16 Jul 2014 | Published in enforcement report | +7 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The Aquatec¿ Fixed Backrest withstands a load of only 250 newtons at uneven load. This may result in the Fixed Backrest becoming detached from the frame.
Product as listed by the FDA
Aquatec Fixed Backrest - accessory for Mobile Shower and Toilet commode Aquatec Ocean, Ocean VIP and Ocean E-VIP family.
Where it was distributed
Distributed in PA and Canada.
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
The Aquatec¿ Fixed Backrest withstands a load of only 250 newtons at uneven load. This may result in the Fixed Backrest becoming detached from the frame.
Which lots are affected?
Mobile Shower and Toilet commode Aquatec Ocean (Model # 1534327), Ocean VIP (Model # 1470713 and 1470793) and Ocean E-VIP (Model # 1525707).
Where was it sold?
Distributed in PA and Canada.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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