Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Viking M Recalled by Hill-Rom, Inc. Due to Complaints (including one reported death) allegedly of the...

Date: March 20, 2015
Company: Hill-Rom, Inc.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Hill-Rom, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

Viking M, L, and XL Mobile Lifts. Non-AC-powered patient lift.

Quantity: 24, 798

Why Was This Recalled?

Complaints (including one reported death) allegedly of the lift arm drifting down suddenly. If the lift arm assembly is manually lifted, the actuator can become damaged and get stuck in the highest position. If a patient is lifted into the sling while the actuator is stuck, there is a potential risk of a free fall of the patient, resulting in minor or potentially catastrophic injuries.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 11 states: AZ, AR, CA, CO, DE, ID, IL, IN, MA, MT, TN

Affected (11 states)Not affected

About Hill-Rom, Inc.

Hill-Rom, Inc. has 35 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report