Maxi Move KMCSUNRecalls & reported problems

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 7 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 05055982766937), received between Oct 28, 2024 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 2 deaths, 2 injuries, 3 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Use of Device Problem” (3 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.

Most reported problems

Recent adverse event reports

The 7 most recent of 7 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• DeathSep 30, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component

  Based on information received from the customer (the Executive Director), during a transfer using a Maxi Move lift and clip sling, the right leg clip became detached, resulting in the resident falling from the sling and striking their head. A hematoma was identified during the initial assessment, and the resident was transferred to the hospital for further evaluation. The resident passed away the following day. The reported cause of death was intracranial bleeding.The customer report indicated a possible right leg spasm at the time of the incident. Following the event, the lift and sling were inspected by an Arjo technician. No malfunctions were identified, and all functions were found to be operating as intended.

  Patient problems: Fall; Head Injury; Hematoma

  MAUDE report 50943292 ↗
• DeathSep 30, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component

  Based on information received from the customer (the Executive Director), during a transfer using a Maxi Move lift and clip sling, the right leg clip became detached, resulting in the resident falling from the sling and striking their head. A hematoma was identified during the initial assessment, and the resident was transferred to the hospital for further evaluation. The resident passed away the following day. The reported cause of death was intracranial bleeding.The customer report indicated a possible right leg spasm at the time of the incident.

  Patient problems: Fall; Head Injury; Hematoma

  MAUDE report 50943290 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 20, 2026Use of Device Problem

  A CAREGIVER TRIPPED OVER A LOOSE PLASTIC COVER LOCATED ON THE LEG OF A MAXI MOVE LIFT WHILE WALKING ACROSS THE LIFT BASE. AS A RESULT, THE CAREGIVER FELL AND SUSTAINED A KNEE INJURY. THE CAREGIVER DID NOT ATTEND THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT BUT SUBSEQUENTLY SOUGHT MEDICAL EVALUATION, WHICH INCLUDED A RADIOLOGY EXAMINATION; HOWEVER, THE RESULTS OF THIS ASSESSMENT ARE NOT KNOWN TO ARJO. WE WERE INFORMED THAT THE CAREGIVER HAS BEEN OFF WORK AND RETURNED TO WORK WITH SLIGHTLY MODIFIED DUTIES THREE DAYS AFTER THE EVENT. NO ADDITIONAL CLINICAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE INJURY OR TREATMENT HAS BEEN PROVIDED TO DATE. NO PATIENT WAS PRESENT OR INVOLVED AT THE TIME THE REPORTED ISSUE OCCURRED.

  Patient problems: Fall; Insufficient Information

  MAUDE report 24399060 ↗
• InjuryAug 4, 2025Use of Device Problem; Use of Device Problem

  THE RESIDENT WAS BEING TRANSFERRED USING A MAXI MOVE WHEN THEY FELL THROUGH THE SLING. THE RESIDENT SUSTAINED A PELVIC FRACTURE.

  Patient problems: Bone Fracture(s)

  MAUDE report 22697192 ↗
• InjuryAug 4, 2025Use of Device Problem; Use of Device Problem

  THE RESIDENT WAS BEING TRANSFERRED USING A MAXI MOVE WHEN THEY FELL THROUGH THE SLING. THE RESIDENT SUSTAINED A PELVIC FRACTURE. NO MALFUNCTION WAS IDENTIFIED WITH EITHER THE MAXI MOVE LIFT OR THE LOOP SLING THAT COULD HAVE CAUSED THE PATIENT¿S FALL.

  Patient problems: Bone Fracture(s)

  MAUDE report 22697191 ↗
• MalfunctionOct 28, 2024Device Tipped Over; Device Tipped Over

  FOLLOWING THE REPORTED INFORMATION, THE MAXI MOVE FLOOR LIFT TIPPED SIDEWAYS DURING THE TRANSFER OF THE RESIDENT TO THE WHEELCHAIR. THIS OCCURRED WHEN ONE OF THE TWO PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKERS (PSWS) PULLED THE SLING WITH THE RESIDENT TO ENSURE HIS BACK WAS AGAINST THE WHEELCHAIR¿S BACKREST, WHILE THE SECOND PSW WAS GUIDING THE LIFT. ONE OF THE LIFT¿S LEGS WAS POSITIONED UNDER THE WHEELCHAIR AND ANOTHER IN FRONT. THE FACILITY STAFF WAS NOT SURE WHETHER THE BRAKES WERE LOCKED AT THAT MOMENT OR NOT. THE RESIDENT WAS PLACED SAFELY IN THE WHEELCHAIR. TWO OTHER PSWS ASSISTED TO PREVENT THE LIFT FROM TIPPING OVER AND HELPED TO UNHOOK THE SLING. NO INJURY WAS CLAIMED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 20544231 ↗
• MalfunctionOct 28, 2024Device Tipped Over; Device Tipped Over

  FOLLOWING THE REPORTED INFORMATION, THE MAXI MOVE FLOOR LIFT TIPPED SIDEWAYS DURING THE TRANSFER OF THE PATIENT FROM BED TO THE WHEELCHAIR. THIS OCCURRED WHEN ONE OF THE TWO PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKERS (PSWS) GUIDING RESIDENT LEGS AND PUSHING ON SLING WITH ONE HAND AND THE SECOND GUIDING THE LIFT. THE BRAKES WERE RELEASED AND THE LIFT'S LEGS WERE IN CLOSED POSITION DURING THE EVENT. NO INJURY WAS CLAIMED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 20544229 ↗