Ferno Model 35X PROFlexX Ambulance Stretcher, Model #'s: 35X; 35XST; 35XIT. The Ferno Model 35-X PROFlexx ambulance stretcher is used to transport a patient during rescue or emergency situations as well as a means to transport patients for general medical purposes.
FDA Recall Z-2465-2008 · Posted 2008-09-30
Recalling FirmFerno-Washington Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeFPO
Date Initiated2008-09-03
Date Terminated2012-09-27
Product Quantity2,100
Reason for Recall
The Ferno Model 35-X PROFlexx legs could experience metal fatigue and possibly fracture after one to two years of use based on the usage and method of operation.
Firm Action
On 9-03-2008 the firm sent via certified mail Urgent Voluntary Correction letters to their customers instructing them to immediately inspect the stretcher according to the 35X PROFlexx Leg Inspections instruction sheet. Customers are to also telephone the firm upon completion of the inspection to arrange for a replacement kit. Contact Ferno Technical Support at 1-866-987-3776 for assistance.
Root Cause
Device Design
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution --- USA including states of AK, AL, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MS, NC, NJ, NM, NY,OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WI, and WV, and countries of Austria, China, Egypt, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Lebanon, Mexico, Poland, United Kingdom, and South Africa.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.