Permobile Inc. Permobil Chairman 2K powered wheelchair Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Permobil Chairman 2K powered wheelchair
Brand
Permobile Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Serial numbers: 1100155 to 1102472 and 4100019 through 4100225.
Products Sold
Serial numbers: 1100155 to 1102472 and 4100019 through 4100225.
Permobile Inc. is recalling Permobil Chairman 2K powered wheelchair due to One of the wheelchair motors needed a grounding strap to ensure that the motors are at the same voltage potential as the chassis of the wheelchair.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
One of the wheelchair motors needed a grounding strap to ensure that the motors are at the same voltage potential as the chassis of the wheelchair.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Permobil Inc has notified its field representatives of the voluntary recall and these representatives have been provided with lists of each Chairman 2K serial number and the Dealer to which the wheelchair was sold. This list also includes the name of the individual for whom the wheelchair was specified at the time of order from Permobil Inc, where applicable. The Permobil field representatives have been trained to perform the upgrade and have been provided the necessary tools to complete the task. They will also train and supervise the Dealer''s technicians who will effect the upgrade at the Dealer level, as the field representatives will rely upon their Dealer network to complete the upgrades in a timely fashion.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026