# K172601: Next Generation iBOT

- Pathway: 510(k) (Traditional)
- Applicant: Deka Research & Development Corp.
- Decided: Mar 2, 2018 after 184 days
- Product code: IMK (Wheelchair, Stair Climbing)
- Device class: 2
- Regulation: 21 CFR 890.3890
- Recalls of this device: none
- Data: FDA decisions to Oct 25, 2026; recalls to Oct 12, 2026

## Lineage
Longest line of descent: 1 generation back to P020033/S002 (2005). 1 ancestor in all.
2 later devices descend from it; 1 cites it directly.
0 of 4 devices in its family (counting itself) have a Class I recall.

## Predicates on the family tree (from the FDA summary)
- P020033/S002: Independence Ibot 3000/4000 Mobility System, Independence Technology, LLC (2005) Summary page 4.

## Most influential descendants
- K210920: iBOT Personal Mobility Device (iBOT PMD) (2021), 1 descendant of its own
- K243442: iBOT® PMD (2025), 0 descendants of its own

## Indications for use
The Next Generation iBOT is intended to provide indoor and outdoor mobility to persons restricted to a sitting position who meet the requirements of the user assessment and training certification program. The device is intended to climb stairs. Companions who are required to provide assistance during Assisted Stair Climbing Mode must meet the requirements of the training certification program.

Source page: https://510kreport.com/device/K172601
Methodology: https://510kreport.com/methodology