Hoist Recall: Molift Mover 300
Announced 2026-02-11 · FDA
During assembly and load testing, the bolt for mounting the lifting bar broke, and investigation shows deformation between the lifting bar and the arm. This deformation can lead to limited mobility in the joint and prevent proper functionality of the Molift Mover 300 mobile hoist. The recall covers 71 units distributed worldwide, including U.S. distribution in Pennsylvania and several other countries.
| Brand | ETAC A/S |
|---|---|
| Product | Brand Name: Molift Product Name: Molift Mover 300 Model/Catalog Numbers: (1) M1501, (2) M1502, (3) M1504, (4) M15050, (5) M15151, (6) M15001, (7) M15002; Product Description: The mobile hoist is an assistive device intended for alleviation of, or compensation for, a functional, impairment due to an injury or disability. The device is designed for an individual lacking the ability to stand up and transfer themselves to / from a bed, the floor, a wheelchair, a chair, a toilet or similar due to reduced mobility or physical strength. Component: The deformation occurs between the bolt and the fork in the joint connecting the lifting bar and the arm on the Molift Mover. |
| Reason | A customer experienced that during assembly and load testing of the device, the bolt for mounting the lifting bar broke. Upon further investigation of this customer complaint, it became clear that the defect occurs as a result of deformation of the materials involved between the lifting bar and the arm of the device. Such deformation can lead to limited mobility in the joint, which prevents proper functionality of the equipment. |
| Severity | moderate |
| Units affected | 25 |
| Distribution | Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the state of PA and the countries of Australia, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Israel, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Qatar Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK. |
| Agency | FDA |
| Recall / campaign no. | (1) Model/Catalog Number: M1501; UDI-DI: TBD; Serial Numbers: 601005, 601002, 611506, 621101, 621106, 621104, 621105, 621102, 611505, 611504, 611503, 611502, 611501, 601008, 611507, 601007, 601006, 601001, 621103, 601003, 601004; (2) Model/Catalog Number: M1502; UDI-DI: TBD; Serial Numbers: 611409, 611408, 611407, 611406, 611405, 611404, 611403, 611402, 611401, 611412, 611411, 611410; (3) Model/Catalog Number: M1504; UDI-DI: TBD; Serial Numbers: 600902, 600901, 611303, 611302, 611301; (4) Model/Catalog Number: M15050; UDI-DI: TBD; Serial Numbers: 586003, 586001, 585905, 585903, 585902, 585901, 598605, 586101, 585904, 603602, 591401, 586002, 586006, 586005, 586004, 598608, 598607, 585906, 591601, 598606, 598604, 598602, 598601, 596501, 603601, 598609, 598603; (5) Model/Catalog Number: M15151; UDI-DI: TBD; Serial Numbers: 599703, 599702, 599701; (6) Model/Catalog Number: M15001; UDI-DI: TBD; Serial Numbers: 584401; (7) Model/Catalog Number: M15002; UDI-DI: TBD; Serial Numbers: 591501, 591502; |
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
- Stop using the Molift Mover 300 until inspected by a qualified technician.
- Check your device’s model and serial number against the recall list to confirm if you are affected.
- Contact ETAC A/S or your supplier to arrange inspection, repair, or replacement per their instructions.
- Report any adverse events or issues with the device to FDA MedWatch.
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