Lift, Patient, Non-Ac-Powered

Reports per year

Source: FDA adverse event reports by year received, 2012–2026. Reporting paused during the 2026 MAUDE-to-AEMS transition and has since resumed.

Recent recalls

• 2026-04-10Open, ClassifiedProcess control

  Arjo Tenor mobile passive patient lift, Model Numbers KHA1000 US and KHA1010 US

  An internal component of the actuators in a certain production batch may not meet the required mechanical strength. This could result, in the worst case scenario, in a sudden loss of the actuator's ability to hold the load, leading to rapid and uncontrolled downward movement of the lifting arm.

• 2026-02-05Open, ClassifiedComponent design/selection

  Brand Name: Molift Product Name: Molift Mover 205 Model/Catalog Number: (1) M14000, (2) M1401, (3) M1402, (4) M14050, (5) M14150, (6) M1402-01, (7) M14050-00 (8) M14001;

  A customer experienced that during assembly and load testing of the device, the bolt for mounting the lifting bar broke. Upon further investigation of this customer complaint, it became clear that the defect occurs as a result of deformation of the materials involved between the lifting bar and the arm of the device. Such deformation can lead to limited mobility in the joint, which prevents proper functionality of the equipment.

• 2026-02-05Open, ClassifiedComponent design/selection

  Brand Name: Molift Product Name: Molift Mover 300 Model/Catalog Numbers: (1) M1501, (2) M1502, (3) M1504, (4) M15050, (5) M15151, (6) M15001, (7) M15002; Product Description: The mobile hoist is an assistive device intended for alleviation of, or compensation for, a functional, impairment due to an injury or disability. The device is designed for an individual lacking the ability to stand up and transfer themselves to / from a bed, the floor, a wheelchair, a chair, a toilet or similar due to reduced mobility or physical strength. Component: The deformation occurs between the bolt and the fork in the joint connecting the lifting bar and the arm on the Molift Mover.

  A customer experienced that during assembly and load testing of the device, the bolt for mounting the lifting bar broke. Upon further investigation of this customer complaint, it became clear that the defect occurs as a result of deformation of the materials involved between the lifting bar and the arm of the device. Such deformation can lead to limited mobility in the joint, which prevents proper functionality of the equipment.

• 2026-02-05Open, ClassifiedComponent design/selection

  Brand Name: Molift Product Name: Molift 2-point sling bars (Accessory to mobile hoists) Model/Catalog Numbers: (1) 1530101, (2) 1530102 Product Description: The mobile hoist is an assistive device intended for alleviation of, or compensation for, a functional, impairment due to an injury or disability. The device is designed for an individual lacking the ability to stand up and transfer themselves to / from a bed, the floor, a wheelchair, a chair, a toilet or similar due to reduced mobility or physical strength.

  A customer experienced that during assembly and load testing of the device, the bolt for mounting the lifting bar broke. Upon further investigation of this customer complaint, it became clear that the defect occurs as a result of deformation of the materials involved between the lifting bar and the arm of the device. Such deformation can lead to limited mobility in the joint, which prevents proper functionality of the equipment.

• 2026-02-05Open, ClassifiedComponent design/selection

  Brand Name: Molift Product Name: Molift 4-point sling bars (Accessory to mobile hoists) Model/Catalog Number: 1430116,1430117,1430115 Product Description: The mobile hoist is an assistive device intended for alleviation of, or compensation for, a functional, impairment due to an injury or disability. The device is designed for an individual lacking the ability to stand up and transfer themselves to / from a bed, the floor, a wheelchair, a chair, a toilet or similar due to reduced mobility or physical strength.

  A customer experienced that during assembly and load testing of the device, the bolt for mounting the lifting bar broke. Upon further investigation of this customer complaint, it became clear that the defect occurs as a result of deformation of the materials involved between the lifting bar and the arm of the device. Such deformation can lead to limited mobility in the joint, which prevents proper functionality of the equipment.

• 2026-01-22Open, ClassifiedProcess change control

  Rifton Equipment, TRAM. Model/Catalog Number: K310. The TRAM is a powered lift device for transferring clients in a seated position or assisting in a sit-to-stand transfer and gait training.

  Potential for fraying on the body support strap.

• 2026-01-22Open, ClassifiedProcess change control

  Rifton Equipment, Low Base TRAM. Model/Catalog Number: K320. The TRAM is a powered lift device for transferring clients in a seated position or assisting in a sit-to-stand transfer and gait training. The low base variant includes smaller casters and lower base frame so that the legs fit underneath beds.

  Potential for fraying on the body support strap.

• 2026-01-22Open, ClassifiedProcess change control

  Rifton Equipment, E-Pacer. Model/Catalog Number: K660. The E-Pacer is a gait training device with power height adjustment that facilitates the sit-to-stand motion.

  Potential for fraying on the body support strap.

• 2025-07-09Open, ClassifiedDevice Design

  Hillrom Q-Link 13 component, Product Code 3156509, used with the following Mobile Patient Lifts: 1) Uno 102 EE Mobile lift - Product Code 2010004; 2) Viking L Mobile lift - Product Code 2040044; 3) Viking XL Mobile lift - Product Code 2040043; 4) Viking M Mobile lift - Product Code 2040045A; 5) Viking S Mobile Lift - Product Code 2040006; 6) Viking XS Mobile Lift - Product Code 2040007; 7) LikoLight Mobile lift - Product Code 2030001. .

  The Q-link 13 could allow for an improper attachment (false latching) of the Quick-Release Hook used on Sling Bars and other accessories. This could result in a critical injury from a patient fall as the false latched component may initially bear weight but can loosen from the Q-link resulting in a detachment and drop.

• 2025-07-09Open, ClassifiedDevice Design

  Hillrom LikoScale component, Product Code 3156232, used with the following adapter kits for patient lifts: 1) LikoScale 200 Accessory - Product Code 3156225; 2) LikoScale 350 Accessory - Product Code 3156228; 3) LikoScale 400 Accessory - Product Code 3156226.

  The Q-link 13 could allow for an improper attachment (false latching) of the Quick-Release Hook used on Sling Bars and other accessories. This could result in a critical injury from a patient fall as the false latched component may initially bear weight but can loosen from the Q-link resulting in a detachment and drop.