Permobil M3 Corpus Power Wheelchair Recall
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Permobil Inc is recalling 140 units of the M3 Corpus Power Wheelchair due to a firmware issue that may cause falls or tip-overs.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on August 13, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Permobil Inc initiated a voluntary recall of certain power wheelchairs after the firmware was found to lack a speed restriction to maintain stability when the seat lift exceeds 50 mm, which may cause the user to fall from the wheelchair or the wheelchair to tip over.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves the Permobil M3 Corpus Power Wheelchair with Heavy Duty Shock, REF:120031, Model version 3. A total of 140 units are affected. All units operate with firmware version 1.26.2 and carry UDI (01)17330818345674. Distribution covers US nationwide in the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY and Canada.
What You Should Do
Consumers with affected units should contact Permobil Inc regarding the recall.
Why This Matters
The Class II recall addresses a stability risk that could lead to falls or tip-overs during use of the power wheelchair.
Source
FDA recall number Z-2795-2026. https://www.fda.gov
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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