Liko Universal Slingbar 450 (aluminum) used with the Viking M Patient Lift
FDA Recall Z-0790-06 · Posted 2006-04-26
Recalling FirmLiko, Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeFSA
Date Initiated2006-01-09
Date Terminated2006-10-25
Product Quantity67 units
Reason for Recall
The swivel adapter which is mounted directly above the slingbar's split center bolt could be removed and allow the slingbar to be improperly mounted directly into the aluminum link arm. This could cause an unsafe transfer. Patient may fall.
Firm Action
Liko notified Distributors of the recall by letter on 1/9/06 via UPS and provided replacement Slingbars Version 2.
Expanded Recall:
On 6/20/06, Liko sent a 2nd recall letter expanding the recall to additonal serial numbers via Certified Mail.
Root Cause
Other
Distribution Pattern
IL, MA, MO, PA, TN,
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.