# FDA recall Z-3178-2018

> **Permobil, Ab** · Class II · device recall initiated 2018-08-15.

## Product

Permobil powered wheelchairs, Model Numbers:  (a) M300 PS, (b) C300 PS, (c) C350 PS, (d) C500 PS, (e) C400 PS    Product Usage:  The devices identified are intended to provide outdoor and indoor mobility to persons limited to a seated position that can operate a powered wheelchair.

## Reason for recall

This correction decision has been made because of a potential failure of one or both backrest bars providing back support.  If one or both back support telescoping bars fail the user could fall back leading to a potential injury.

## Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-3178-2018
- **Recalling firm:** Permobil, Ab
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Terminated
- **Initiation date:** 2018-08-15
- **Report date:** 2018-09-26
- **Termination date:** 2021-05-03

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Timra, N/A, Sweden

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-3178-2018

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-3178-2018. Retrieved 2026-07-12 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-3178-2018. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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