Quantum Rehab Q6 Edge 3 Wheelchair Recall
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Pride Mobility Products Corp. is recalling 1,102 Quantum Rehab Q6 Edge 3 powered wheelchairs due to a software issue that may cause unexpected stops or system crashes.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on August 19, 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
Pride Mobility Products Corp. has initiated a recall of certain Quantum Rehab Q6 Edge 3 powered wheelchairs because if the "Remind Me Later" option is selected for user reminders, reminder pop-up messages may appear while the wheelchair is in use. This may cause the wheelchair to perform an unexpected park brake stop if driving, which could result in fall or injury, or cause the control system to crash and remain in pre-operational mode if not driving.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves 1,102 units of the Quantum Rehab Q6 Edge 3 powered wheelchair (product description: Wheelchair, Powered (ITI), 890.3860, Component: Controller) with software version 2.0.11 (new version: 2.0.13). Model/Catalog Number: Q6 Edge 3. Lot codes: Q6 Edge 3 0060650920015*8 K143383 D246699 41875 ITI. Distribution was nationwide across the United States (including AZ, NJ, PA, OK, CO, IN, AR, KS, CT, MD, WI, TX, FL, WA, NY, MO, LA, UT, OR, VA, RI, CA, TN, MN, KY, NV, GA, WV, IL, OH, SC, WY, AL, MI, ME, NC, SD, DE, MA, NE, ND, IA, NH, NM, MT, ID, MS, DC, AK) as well as Canada and Australia.
What You Should Do
Consumers should contact Pride Mobility Products Corp. for information on the software update or other actions related to the recall.
Why This Matters
The software defect may lead to unexpected wheelchair stops or system crashes, posing a risk of falls or injuries during use.
Source
FDA Recall Z-2849-2026 - Pride Mobility Products Corp., Class II recall, initiated June 25, 2026.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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