CLASS II Device recall · Reported 15 Feb 2017 · FDA Enforcement Report
Bariatric Bed - Barpkg-ivc recalled by Invacare
Invacare is recalling Bariatric Bed - Barpkg-ivc 1633, distributed in 37 states. The recall was initiated on 2 Dec 2016 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-1183-2017
- FDA event ID
- 75939
- Recalling firm
- Invacare, Elyria, OH
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 2 Dec 2016
- FDA classified
- 9 Feb 2017
- Reported
- 15 Feb 2017
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 2 Dec 2016 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 9 Feb 2017 | Classified by FDA | +69 days |
| 15 Feb 2017 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
A quality issue with the junction box used in the bariatric bed junction that may omit sparks and result into a fire.
Product as listed by the FDA
Bariatric Bed - BARPKG-IVC 1633
Where it was distributed
Products were distributed in the following states: AK, AL, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, and WI. No foreign accounts
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Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
A quality issue with the junction box used in the bariatric bed junction that may omit sparks and result into a fire.
Which lots are affected?
BARPKG-IVC 1633
Where was it sold?
Products were distributed in the following states: AK, AL, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, and WI. No foreign accounts
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.
Other products in this recall event
3 other products · FDA event 75939| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS II | Junction Box recalled by Invacare | Invacare | Other | 37 states | |
| CLASS II | Bariatric Bed - BAR600IVC recalled by Invacare | Invacare | Other | 37 states | |
| CLASS II | Foot Section - BAR5490IVC recalled by Invacare | Invacare | Other | 37 states |
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