Quantum Rival Wheelchair Recall
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Pride Mobility Products Corp. is recalling 1,102 Quantum Rival 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. initiated a voluntary recall because if the "Remind Me Later" option is selected for user reminders, reminder pop-up messages may appear while the wheelchair is in use. If this occurs while driving, the wheelchair may perform an unexpected park brake stop, which may result in fall or injury. If this occurs while not driving, the control system may crash and remain in pre-operational mode.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects the Quantum Rehab Quantum Rival powered wheelchair (product type: Wheelchair, Powered), Model/Catalog Number Quantum Rival, Software Version 2.0.11 (new version 2.0.13). A total of 1,102 units are affected. Lot Code: Quantum Rival 0060650920013*4 K011993 D049085 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. regarding the recall. The firm initiated notification via letter.
Why This Matters
The software defect may cause unexpected wheelchair behavior leading to potential falls or injuries during use.
Source
FDA recall number Z-2853-2026, event ID 99286. Class II recall initiated June 25, 2026.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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