A nationwide recall of the SmartDrive MX2+ Power Assist Device’s Speed Control Dial component has been initiated by Max Mobility/Permobil due to serious safety concerns. The recall affects units manufactured between August 17, 2023, and November 21, 2024. The issue stems from a material change in the printed circuit board assembly, leading to potentially dangerous malfunctions. As of December 12, 2024, 646 complaints have been reported, including three serious injuries – a fractured hip, fractured tibia, and fractured malleolus bone. The device’s failures manifest in four critical ways: continued motor operation despite zero-position settings, unexpected movement activation during standby mode, … Continue reading SmartDrive MX2+ Recall: 646 Complaints and 3 Injuries Reported Nationwide