Guardian K4166N24ERecalls & reported problems
Medline Industries, Inc. · WHEELCHAIR, K4, 16", SB DDLA, ELR FOOT · Class 1
- Adverse event reports
- 2
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 2 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00193489099679), received between May 27, 2026 and Aug 11, 2026 — classified as 2 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Break” (1 report).
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
- Break1
- Detachment of Device or Device Component1
Patient problems
- Fall1
- Limb Pain1
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions1
- Swelling/ Edema1
- Unspecified Tissue Injury1
Recent adverse event reports
The 2 most recent of 2 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionAug 11, 2026Break
It was reported that the rear wheel broke.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50201576 ↗MalfunctionMay 27, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
ACCORDING TO THE CUSTOMER, ON (B)(6) 2026 WHILE SEATED IN THE DEVICE AND ATTEMPTING TO PUT ON A "COMPRESSION SOCK," THE WHEEL "CAME OFF" AND THE INDIVIDUAL FELL TO THE FLOOR. THE CUSTOMER ALSO REPORTED THAT "PART OF THE WHEELCHAIR COLLAPSED ONTO" THE USER'S LEFT FOOT.
Patient problems: Fall; Limb Pain; Swelling/ Edema; Unspecified Tissue Injury
MAUDE report 25302631 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.