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.

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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

Timeline

7 Mar 2018Recall initiated by company
18 Apr 2018Classified by FDA+42 days
25 Apr 2018Published 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

Pennsylvania

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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