Skf USA Inc Matrix MAX3 Actuator, Catalog Number : MAX30 A300545A252L0V000, SKF USA, Inc. Norristown, PA 19403 Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Matrix MAX3 Actuator, Catalog Number : MAX30 A300545A252L0V000, SKF USA, Inc. Norristown, PA 19403
Brand
Skf USA Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Serial number L03684171
Products Sold
Serial number L03684171
Skf USA Inc is recalling Matrix MAX3 Actuator, Catalog Number : MAX30 A300545A252L0V000, SKF USA, Inc. Norristown, PA 19403 due to Sudden failure of the actuator during lifting operation. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Sudden failure of the actuator during lifting operation
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
On or about 7/24/07, the firm sent an Important Safety Information letter and instructions to all known OEMs who purchase and sell SKF actuators for use in patient lifts. The letter reiterated and emphasized the importance of proper handling and maintenance for the actuator. The firm enclosed with this correspondence a proposed letter that the OEMs were asked to send to their customers, including the safety instructions and a new warning label. The firm also is making available for OEMs, dealers and their customers new warning labels to place on all actuators in service. The root cause of the problem is still under investigation by the recalling firm and additional instruction may follow later
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