Karma Flexx Wheelchairs Model Numbers KM-8022/KM-8522 and KM8022TL/KM-8522TL
Published 18 February 2021
Product
Karma Flexx Wheelchairs Product Name: Karma Flexx Model Number: KM-8022/KM-8522 Product Name: Karma Flexx Tall Model Number: KM8022TL/KM-8522TL ARTG 182294 (Independent Healthcare Solutions - Wheelchair, attendant/occupant driven)
Why it was recalled
The Karma Flexx Wheelchair may have been supplied without the required carabiner symbol to indicate the location for in-vehicle mounting. These labels are required under the standard ISO7176-19 and AS/NZS 3695.1:2011. The user manual for the KM-8022 TL was misleading in that it states the KM-8022 TL has not been crash tested, when in fact it is deemed to be compliant by virtue of being substantially equivalent to the KM-8022.
Hazard
If a user places the mounting straps in the incorrect location, the chair may not act as designed in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of a serious injury.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.