Baxter Healthcare Corporation recalls Hillrom Q-Link 13 component

The Q-link 13 could allow for an improper attachment (false latching) of the Quick-Release Hook used on Sling Bars and other accessories. This could result in a critical injury from a patient fall as the false latched component may initially bear weight but can loosen from the Q-link resulting in a detachment and drop.

Hillrom Q-Link 13 component, Product Code 3156509, used with the following Mobile Patient Lifts: 1) Uno 102 EE Mobile lift - Product Code 2010004; 2) Viking L Mobile lift - Product Code 2040044; 3) Viking XL Mobile lift - Product Code 2040043; 4) Viking M Mobile lift - Product Code 2040045A; 5) Viking S Mobile Lift - Product Code 2040006; 6) Viking XS Mobile Lift - Product Code 2040007; 7) LikoLight Mobile lift - Product Code 2030001. .

Baxter issued an URGENT PRODUCT RECALL notice to is consignees on 05/30/2025 via USPS first class mail. The notice described the problem with the device, hazard, and requested the following: "Actions to be taken by customers 1. Please locate and stop using all Q-link 13 components on any of the products listed in the affected product table. 2. Contact Baxter Technical Support to discuss alternative options, if necessary, at 800-445-3720, option 2, between the hours of 8:00 am and 6:00 pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, or by email at HRC_Technical_Support@Baxter.com. 3. Please post this letter in areas where affected mobile lifts are stored and used. 4. If you received this communication directly from Baxter, acknowledge receipt by following the instructions on the enclosed reply instruction sheet, even if you have no remaining inventory. Acknowledging receipt of this notification will prevent you from receiving repeat notices. If you do not complete the acknowledgement, you will receive a phone call from OnProcess Technology on behalf of Baxter to confirm your receipt of this notification. 5. If you purchased this product from a distributor or wholesaler, please note that responding on the Baxter customer portal is not applicable. If a response is requested by your distributor or wholesaler, please respond to them according to their instructions. 6. Please forward a copy of this communication to all departments within your institution that use the affected mobile lifts. 7. If you are a dealer, wholesaler or distributor/reseller that distributed any affected product to other facilities, please forward this communication to your customers and check the associated box on the customer portal. Further Information and Support For general questions regarding this communication, please contact Baxter Technical Support at 800-445-3720 Option 2 between the hours of 8:00 am and 6:00 pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, or by email at HRC_Technical_Sup

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