GuardianRecalls & reported problems across all models

We found 15 models of Guardian by Medline Industries, Inc. in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 77 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Aug 18, 2022 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 2 injuries, 74 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Fracture” (33 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. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works

Most reported Guardian problems

Guardian models

15 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.

• Guardian K4186N24E

  Wheelchair, mechanical
  22 reports
• Guardian K3186N24E

  Wheelchair, mechanical
  10 reports
• Guardian K3206N24S

  Wheelchair, mechanical
  9 reports
• Guardian MDS868BTRB

  CHAIR, WITH CASTERS
  8 reports
• Guardian K4206N24E

  Wheelchair, mechanical
  7 reports
• GUARDIAN G1-503WCPX1

  CHAIR, WITH CASTERS
  5 reports
• Guardian K3206N34S

  Wheelchair, mechanical
  5 reports
• Guardian K3166N24S

  Wheelchair, mechanical
  2 reports
• Guardian K4166N24E

  Wheelchair, mechanical
  2 reports
• Guardian K4166N24S

  Wheelchair, mechanical
  2 reports
• Guardian KPD4N22S1

  Wheelchair, mechanical
  1 report
• Guardian K3166N44S

  Wheelchair, mechanical
  1 report
• Guardian K4186N24S

  Wheelchair, mechanical
  1 report
• Guardian K4206N24S

  Wheelchair, mechanical
  1 report
• GUARDIAN KPD4N22S

  Wheelchair, Mechanical
  1 report

Recent Guardian adverse event reports

The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Fracture

  Patient problems: Fall

  MAUDE report 50950854 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Fracture

  It was reported that ¿The seat has a bent crease in the middle due to the way this is being packaged.¿

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50947618 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component; Material Twisted/Bent

  It was reported that "TIRES ARE WORN OFF, RIGHT WHEEL IS COMING OFF, BENT, NOT SAFE TO USE."

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50946505 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Retraction Problem

  It was reported that "Wheelchair to adjust the unit wouldn't release the quick release axel so he tapped it with the hammer to adjust it. Customer is not unable to move the axel due to this, and rear right wheel is stuck."

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50946021 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Activation Problem

  It was reported that "The legrests will no longer lower to be stored. They are stuck in the up position.".

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50945582 ↗
• OtherSep 29, 2026Fracture; Detachment of Device or Device Component

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50940625 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Material Twisted/Bent

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50938013 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Fracture

  Patient problems: Fall; Pain

  MAUDE report 50937686 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Fracture

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50936660 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Fracture

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50936363 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Fracture; Mechanical Problem

  Customer states the armrests have stripped screws and the brakes are not holding on both sides.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50936343 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Component Missing

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50935477 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Positioning Failure; Activation Failure

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50934758 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Fracture

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50934270 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Fracture; Material Twisted/Bent

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50933216 ↗

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