Handicare SwiftHook Mobile Lifts May Detach During Use

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What happened, in plain English

Handicare AB is recalling SwiftHook components used in mobile lifts and ceiling lifts. The carry bar could detach while in use, potentially causing injury if the lift falls or tips over.

Why it’s dangerous

The carry bar in the SwiftHook component may detach during use. If it detaches, the mobile lift could tip over or fall, leading to injury.

Who’s affected

People using mobile lifts or ceiling lifts with the SwiftHook component are affected. Those with functional impairments relying on these lifts are at higher risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for SwiftHook sold individually or included with Vega505EE mobile lifts. Affected units have model numbers 70200008 or 60600003 and specific serial numbers listed in the recall.

Brand
Handicare
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check for Detachment
Inspect the SwiftHook component for signs of detachment or damage before use.
Contact Manufacturer
Reach out to Handicare AB for guidance on whether your unit is affected and next steps.

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Questions people ask

Why is this recall happening?

The carry bar in the SwiftHook component may detach during use of mobile lifts, posing a risk of injury.

What model numbers are affected?

Model numbers 70200008 and 60600003 are affected, along with specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.

Do I need to stop using the lift immediately?

No, but you should check for detachment and contact Handicare AB for guidance if you have the affected component.

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Subject: Recall Z-0096-2021 — Handicare Handicare

Hello,

I own a Handicare that is covered by recall Z-0096-2021 from Handicare.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0096-2021 (August 21, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0096-2021 to see it in context.
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Handicare AB recalls SwiftHook sold as the following: a. Individually as SwiftHook b. Included with Vega505EE mobile lifts Product Usage:

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