CLASS II Device recall · Reported 2 Sep 2015 · FDA Enforcement Report
Zippie IRIS Wheelchair recalled by Sunrise Medical (US)
Sunrise Medical (US) is recalling Zippie IRIS Wheelchair, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 27 Jul 2015 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-2466-2015
- FDA event ID
- 71829
- Recalling firm
- Sunrise Medical (US), Fresno, CA
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 27 Jul 2015
- FDA classified
- 26 Aug 2015
- Reported
- 2 Sep 2015
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Device Malfunction
- Device type
- Wheelchairs, Beds & Lifts
Timeline
| 27 Jul 2015 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 26 Aug 2015 | Classified by FDA | +30 days |
| 2 Sep 2015 | 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
Quickie IRIS and Zippie IRIS tilt-in-space wheelchairs with MONO Backrest System with Dynamic Backrest may break over time resulting in a fall or injury to occupant.
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
Zippie IRIS Wheelchair. model EIZ5A in combination with option code 188M02 - MONO Backrest system with Dynamic Backrest option. Provide mobility to persons limited to a sitting position.
Where it was distributed
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Internationally to Australia, Germany and Canada.
Questions about this recall
Is Zippie IRIS Wheelchair recalled?
Yes. Sunrise Medical (US) recalled Zippie IRIS Wheelchair on 27 Jul 2015. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-2466-2015.
Why was it recalled?
Quickie IRIS and Zippie IRIS tilt-in-space wheelchairs with MONO Backrest System with Dynamic Backrest may break over time resulting in a fall or injury to occupant.
Which lots are affected?
Model EIZ51, serial number range - ZRS-042132 to ZRS-042157.
Where was it sold?
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Internationally to Australia, Germany 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 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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