Medline has issued updated instructions and a repair-and-replace program for its October 2026 recall of all Medline Brand beds, rails, mattresses, and accessories, following reports of seven deaths and 35 serious injuries tied to potential fire hazard and entrapment risks.
The recall, initiated on October 14, 2026, covers products distributed in the United States and Canada between 2011 and 2026 to durable medical equipment providers, long-term care facilities, and direct end users.
Medline issued updated letters on October 24, 2026, outlining interim instructions for continued use while repair or replacement is arranged. Users are instructed to unplug beds from electrical outlets when not repositioning a patient, avoid the use of extension cords, and, when possible, have a second person present during bed adjustments.
Under the repair-and-replace program, certain beds may be eligible for repair, after which they may be used according to their original instructions. Beds deemed ineligible for repair may qualify for replacement or a full or partial refund of the original purchase price. The company noted that repair, replacement, or refund options may apply to products purchased within the last five years.
Medline stated it will distribute visual customer guides to patients and users of affected products. Customers are directed to contact the provider or distributor from whom they purchased the bed, or to reach Medline Recall Customer Service directly at 800-950-0128, option 7.
The FDA published Medline's announcement on November 13, 2026, noting it does not endorse the product or the company.
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