Key Takeaway
Compass Health Brands Recalls Carex Adult Portable Bed Rails After Three Deaths; Entrapment and Asphyxiation Hazards was recalled on December 22, 2021. What to do: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bed rails and contact Compass Health Brands for a free repair kit for the Bed Support Rail or a r...
Compass Health Brands Recalls Carex Adult Portable Bed Rails After Three Deaths; Entrapment and Asphyxiation Hazards
Description
Carex brand Bed Support Rails (model P566) and Carex brand Easy Up 2-in-1 Bed Rails (model P569) sold between 2012 and 2021. The name "Carex" and the model number are printed on a label on the bottom of the rails. The Bed Support Rail has white metal rails with black foam grip and measures about 35 inches high and 20 inches wide. The Easy Up 2-in-1 Bed Rail is comprised of a dark brown metal support rail with black foam grips and a dark brown metal bed rail. The support rail measures about 21 inches high and 17 inches wide and the bed rail measures about 20 inches high and 30 inches wide.
Injuries / Consequence
Compass has received three reports of entrapment deaths associated with the Bed Support Rail (model P566), between April 2014 and June 2020, involving an 85-year-old man at an assisted living facility in Ohio; an 84-year-old woman at home in California; and an 88-year-old woman at an assisted living facility in Washington. In each case, the bed rail was not securely attached to the bed entrapping the user. No entrapment reports involving the Easy Up 2-in-1 Bed Rail (model P569).
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bed rails and contact Compass Health Brands for a free repair kit for the Bed Support Rail or a refund for the Easy Up 2-in-1 Bed Rail.
Products Affected
Carex Brand Adult Portable Bed Rails
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bed rails and contact Compass Health Brands for a free repair kit for the Bed Support Rail or a refund for the Easy Up 2-in-1 Bed Rail.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by CPSC. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.