Q Straint QRT-3 Wheelchair Retractors Recall
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Q Straint is recalling 7,500 QRT-3 wheelchair retractors due to a potential issue where the retractors may not lock, risking injury during transit.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 27, 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 - Vehicle 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.
Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.
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What Happened
Q'Straint is recalling certain QRT-3 wheelchair retractors because the retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are QRT-3 wheelchair retractors manufactured by Q Straint. The recall involves approximately 7,500 units, with the model year listed as 9999. The official NHTSA campaign number is 26E022000.
What You Should Do
Consumers should contact Q'straint customer service at 1-800-987-9987 for inspection and replacement of the retractors, which will be done free of charge. Q'Straint will notify affected vehicle manufacturers by April 30, 2026.
Why This Matters
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
Source
NHTSA recall notice with campaign number 26E022000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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Similar body length
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Similar severity timing
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