CLASS II ONGOING Device recall · Reported 25 Apr 2018 · FDA Enforcement Report
Milford Smartbase recalled by Autochair
Autochair is recalling Milford Smartbase, distributed in Pennsylvania. The recall was initiated on 7 Mar 2018 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-1420-2018
- FDA event ID
- 79627
- Recalling firm
- Autochair, Alfreton
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 7 Mar 2018
- FDA classified
- 18 Apr 2018
- Reported
- 25 Apr 2018
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 7 Mar 2018 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 18 Apr 2018 | Classified by FDA | +42 days |
| 25 Apr 2018 | 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
Recalling firm was informed that as a result of combination of a weak spring and incorrect alignment of the locking pin for latching the leg positions, product legs folded inwards while lifting a person off a bed and the individual was dropped.
Product as listed by the FDA
Product: Milford Smartbase Model # 9934105 Pride SmartBase Pride product codes: LSMPLCG A & LSMPLCG B
Where it was distributed
PA, and worldwide
Questions about this recall
Is Milford Smartbase recalled?
Yes. Autochair recalled Milford Smartbase on 7 Mar 2018. The recall is Class II and its status is Ongoing. Recall number Z-1420-2018.
Why was it recalled?
Recalling firm was informed that as a result of combination of a weak spring and incorrect alignment of the locking pin for latching the leg positions, product legs folded inwards while lifting a person off a bed and the individual was dropped.
Which lots are affected?
All Lots
Where was it sold?
PA, and worldwide
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 21 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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