Stairlift Recalls and the Safety of Stairlifts
, by Richard Spafford, 2 min reading time
When you use USA Medical Supply, Inc at 1779 Riverdale Street, West Springfield, Massachusetts for your stairlift needs, rest assured we handle any recalls if they take place. Some of our competitors below have had recalls and they can become issues if not addressed.
Stairlifts have become a popular solution for those with mobility issues, allowing them to safely and easily navigate stairs in their homes. However, like any mechanical device, they are not immune to potential hazards and safety concerns. Over the years, there have been several stairlift recalls due to various safety issues.
One of the most notable stairlift recalls occurred in 2008, when the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of about 34,000 Acorn Stairlifts due to a potential hazard of the chair lift falling off the track. This recall involved Acorn Superglide 120 and Acorn Superglide 120 Outdoor Stairlifts. The recall was prompted by reports of the chair lift unexpectedly coming off the track, which could result in serious injuries to the user.
Another recall was issued in 2010 by Stannah Stairlifts, which recalled about 750 Stannah Model 420 Straight Stairlifts due to a potential hazard of the chair lift falling off the track. The recall was prompted by reports of the chair lift unexpectedly coming off the track, which could result in serious injuries to the user. Stannah Stairlifts offered a free repair kit to affected customers to address the safety concern.
In 2015, Handicare Stairlifts issued a recall for about 2,800 Handicare 950 Stairlifts due to a potential hazard of the seat post separating from the main support. The recall involved Handicare 950 Stairlifts with seat post part numbers 92000032, 92000033, and 92000034. Handicare Stairlifts offered a free repair to affected customers to address the safety concern.
Another recall was announced in 2017 by Bruno Independent Living Aids, which recalled about 3,000 Bruno SRE-2010 and SRE-2750 Stairlifts due to a potential hazard of the seat post separating from the main support. The recall involved Bruno SRE-2010 and SRE-2750 Stairlifts with serial numbers 1704000001 through 1707257054. Bruno Independent Living Aids offered a free repair to affected customers to address the safety concern.
In addition to these recalls, there have been several other stairlift recalls over the years due to safety concerns such as potential electrical hazards, faulty wiring, and defective components. While these recalls can be concerning for stairlift users, they are an important reminder of the importance of regular maintenance and safety checks for all mechanical devices, including stairlifts.
If you own a stairlift, it's important to regularly check for any recalls or safety notices issued by the manufacturer or regulatory agencies, and to follow all maintenance and safety guidelines provided. Stairlifts can be a valuable tool for those with mobility issues, but it's important to ensure that they are properly maintained and functioning safely to avoid any potential safety hazards.