CLASS II Device recall · Reported 18 Mar 2015 · FDA Enforcement Report
Pressure IQ Evolve Mattress recalled by Arjo Hospital Equipment AB
Arjo Hospital Equipment AB is recalling Pressure IQ Evolve Mattress, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 1 Sep 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-1247-2015
- FDA event ID
- 68235
- Recalling firm
- Arjo Hospital Equipment AB, Malm¿, N/A
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 1 Sep 2014
- FDA classified
- 6 Mar 2015
- Reported
- 18 Mar 2015
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Device Malfunction
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 1 Sep 2014 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 6 Mar 2015 | Classified by FDA | +186 days |
| 18 Mar 2015 | Published in enforcement report | +12 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The firm received complaints regarding multiple mattresses were showing failures resulting in pressure ulcers.
Device recalls are issued when a component, software or design fault could cause the device to fail or give wrong readings. Many are corrections applied in the field rather than physical returns.
Product as listed by the FDA
Pressure IQ Evolve Mattress; Non-powered mattress replacement system. Intended for patients with medium to high risk for developing pressure ulcers while on a mattress.
Where it was distributed
Nationwide Distribution.
Questions about this recall
Is Pressure IQ Evolve Mattress recalled?
Yes. Arjo Hospital Equipment AB recalled Pressure IQ Evolve Mattress on 1 Sep 2014. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-1247-2015.
Why was it recalled?
The firm received complaints regarding multiple mattresses were showing failures resulting in pressure ulcers.
Which lots are affected?
All Pressure IQ Evolve mattresses equipped with the 60g pods, manufactured January 2012-December 2013.
Where was it sold?
Nationwide Distribution.
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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