Medline Industries has recalled about 1.5 million Bed Assist Bar adult portable bed rails, specifically models MDS6800BA and MDS6800BAH. When these rails are attached to a bed, users can become trapped within the rail structure or between the rail and the side of the mattress, creating a serious risk of suffocation. There have been two reports of entrapment deaths involving women aged 76 and 87. The recalled products are made of black metal tubing with a foam grip and a fabric pouch, sold nationwide at major retailers and pharmacies from July 2009 through March 2024. Consumers should immediately stop using these rails and contact Medline for a full refund.
Users can become trapped in the gaps of the bed rail or wedged between the rail and the mattress, which can lead to death by asphyxiation. Two fatal entrapment incidents have been reported in connection with this defect.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bed rails and contact Medline to receive a full refund.
Model MDS6800BA was sold individually; model MDS6800BAH was sold in cases of three units. About 5,522 units were also sold in Canada.
Recalled Bed Assist Bar (shown with retention strap included with product)
Location of label printed with model number
Model number printed next to the letters "REF" on the label
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response