Product recallOPSS
Aidapt Deluxe Lightweight Self-Propelled recalled over an injury risk
Product Recall for Aidapt wheelchairs presenting a risk of injuries due to a material weakness affecting the bracket holding the front wheelchair castors.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
Aidapt Deluxe Lightweight Self-Propelled (2)
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- VA16SILVER VA170
- Serial numberOn the rating label or a sticker on the product.
- PO02732 202210 001 to 500 (manufactured October 2022), PO02656 202208 001 to 360 (manufactured August 2022), PO02643 202208 001 to 100 (manufactured August 2022) PO2732 202210 001 to 450 (manufactured August 2022)
What to do now
Aidapt Deluxe Lightweight Self-Propelled could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use.
- Put it out of use now.
- Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
- Use the contact details in the official notice to arrange a refund, repair or replacement.
- If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.
Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies.
Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2301-0190). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Aidapt wheelchairs presenting a risk of injuries due to a material weakness affecting the bracket holding the front wheelchair castors.
The risk
The product presents an injuries hazard as during routine quality checks, AIDAPT has identified a potential material weakness affecting the bracket holding the front wheelchair castors. If the bracket fails during use, the user may injure themselves.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users. For further information, please access the Argos recall page at: https://www.argos.co.uk/events/safety-product-recalls .
Additional information
PSD case number: 2301-0190
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Black and silver Aidapt-branded wheelchairs. Affected units can be identified by checking the below serial numbers, which are located on the silver sticker on the box or on the cross frame under the chair seat.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Aidapt Deluxe Lightweight Self-Propelled been recalled?
Aidapt Deluxe Lightweight Self-Propelled could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model and serial number on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Put it out of use now. Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies. Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
Where was Aidapt Deluxe Lightweight Self-Propelled sold?
The notice names Argos. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
