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The consumer reported that 80 YOM died when he got "hung up" on the bed rails, and choked to death. The consumer indicated, that the police department ruled it as an accident.

Product Details
  • Product Description: Vaunn Medical Adjustable Bed Assist Rail Handle and Hand Guard Grab Bar, Bedside Safety and Stability (Tool-Free Assembly), White/Black (876-V) Visit the Vaunn StoreAbout this item Brand Vaunn Size 1 Count (Pack of 1) Material Alloy Steel Color White/Black Item Dimensions LxWxH 42.91 x 19.69 x 33.86 inches Style Modern Item Weight 7.7 Pounds Adjustable Length Yes Maximum Weight Recommendation 300 Pounds Age Range (Description) Adult Steel FALL PREVENTION & MOBILITY INDEPENDENCE - A safe and secure grip to help you get in and out of bed safely. Allow seniors, disabled individuals, pregnant women or anyone with physical limitations or injuries to get out of bed unassisted SAFE & DURABLE - Heavy-duty powder-coated steel provides a strong, Can hold up to 300lbs SLIP-RESISTANT FOAM PADS - Slip resistant handle, foam padding, horizontal stabilizer bars and floor standing legs work to provide increased stability for user. Health Concern: Surgery Bathroom Safety Disability Personal Injury Limited Mobility MODERN DESIGN UNIVERSAL BED RAIL - Adjustable bed rail height and width allows product to fit onto any sized beds (twin, full, double, queen, king) and on either side of the bed (right or left). Modern bed rail design will blend in nicely in any bedroom. Note: Bed Assist Handle/Rail works only with mattresses > 5 inches in height. It will not work on low bed/platform bed with height clearance less than 12" from floor to frame TOOL-FREE ASSEMBLY & EASY TO CLEAN - Assembles in minutes without tools. To use: simply slide under your mattress. To clean: Wipe and let dry
  • Manufacturer/Importer/Private Labeler Name: Vaunn
  • Brand Name: Vaunn Medical Adjustable Bed Assist Rail Handle an
  • Model Name or Number: (876-V)
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  • Date Manufactured:
  • Retailer: Amazon (5 separate bed rails at 5 different times)
  • Retailer State:
  • Purchase Date: 8/7/2020
  • Product Category: Furniture, Furnishings & Decorations
  • Product Type: Bedroom, Bedding & Bath
  • Product Code: Bed Rails (4075)
Associated Recall
Incident Details
  • Incident Description: My father died when he got "hung up" on the bed rails, and choked to death. The police department ruled it an accident.
  • Incident Date: 7/18/2021
  • Incident Location: Home/Apartment/Condominium
Victims Involved
  • Injury Information: Death
  • My Relationship to the Victim: My Parent
  • Sex: Male
  • Victim's Age When Incident Occurred: 80 years
Comments from the Manufacturer/Private Labeler
Additional Details
  • Submitter has product?: No
  • Product was damaged before incident?: Yes
  • Product was modified before incident?:
  • If yes to any, explanation: Bed bars originally on a frame, box spring, mattress combination. Then received a platform with an adjustable bed. The adjustable bed setup was lower than the original setup.
  • Have you contacted the manufacturer?: No
  • If Not, Do you plan to?:
  • Report Number: 20211207-95566-2147358519
  • Report Date: 12/7/2021
  • Sent to Manufacturer/Importer/Private Labeler: 12/16/2021
  • Report First Publication Date: 1/3/2022
  • Category of Submitter: Consumer