Medline MDS806850Recalls & reported problems
Medline Industries, Inc. · WHEELCHAIR,EXCEL,22" W,RDLA,ELR,NAVY · Class 1
Quick summary
This Medline Excel mechanical wheelchair has 39 adverse event reports naming it, with no deaths and no injuries. The reports mostly describe activation problems, broken or bent parts, unstable units, and detached components. There are no recalls for this device. Reports rose sharply to 39 in the past 12 months from none in the prior 12 months.
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- Adverse event reports
- 17
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 17 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00080196132877), received between Jun 17, 2026 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 17 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Detachment of Device or Device Component” (4 reports).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.
Reports received per month
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Detachment of Device or Device Component4
- Fracture4
- Activation Problem3
- Material Twisted/Bent2
- Activation Failure1
- Material Integrity Problem1
- Material Separation1
- Material Split, Cut or Torn1
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions16
- Fall1
Recent adverse event reports
The 17 most recent of 17 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Activation Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50950531 ↗MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50948538 ↗MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Activation Problem
It was reported that "THE WHEELCHAIR BREAKS ARE NOT WORKING FOR THE WHEELCHAIR. THE BRAKES POP RIGHT OUT OF PLACE."
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50947597 ↗MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Material Twisted/Bent
It was reported that "one of the brand new wheelchairs from PO 1092338 come back after one call due to a patient sitting in it and the frame bending."
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50945753 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Material Twisted/Bent
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50938268 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Fracture
It was reported that the "rear tube" for the right armrest broke off - the one that is welded to the frame. He said that the frame is severed.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50935397 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Fracture
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50932306 ↗MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Material Split, Cut or Torn; Activation Problem
It was reported that "the seats on both of them are tearing and one of the wheelchairs also has a bake that won¿t lock."
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50896841 ↗MalfunctionSep 24, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
It was reported that a rubber strap by the rear wheel came off. The customer states now the other Rear Wheel tread is peeling off.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50883805 ↗MalfunctionSep 24, 2026Activation Failure
It was reported that "the left legrest will not lock in place."
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50883556 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Fracture
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50872739 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Fracture
It was reported that "tried to use brakes and snapped" and "the right side brake has completely snapped off the frame."
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50869415 ↗MalfunctionSep 17, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
It was reported that the rubber on the wheel came off while using the wheelchair.
Patient problems: Fall
MAUDE report 50803621 ↗MalfunctionAug 11, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
It was reported that, the tire has come off. Per customer report and photo, damaged rear wheel.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50201524 ↗MalfunctionAug 10, 2026Mechanical Problem
It was reported that seat is falling apart and the brakes are no longer functioning.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50199286 ↗MalfunctionJun 26, 2026Material Integrity Problem
IT WAS REPORTED BY THE CUSTOMER THAT THE FRONT WHEEL IS BENT ON THE WHEELCHAIR AND UNUSABLE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25634596 ↗MalfunctionJun 17, 2026Material Separation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE WHEEL CHAIR RUBBER HAS COME OFF THE WHEEL.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25539769 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.