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Class II Recall

Digital VIPR ROC-9839 Roberts Oxygen Ready to Use Digital VIPR (head only) ROC-9840, Roberts Oxygen Ready to Use Dig

Western/Scott Fetzer Company

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Digital VIPR ROC-9839 Roberts Oxygen Ready to Use Digital VIPR (head only) R by Western/Scott Fetzer Company. Reason: Gauge malfunction: Digital gauge displays an incorrect tank pressure - displays pressure higher than actual tank pressure. This may lead to tank runni.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-1376-2023

Action Date

2023-04-19

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Digital VIPR ROC-9839 Roberts Oxygen Ready to Use Digital VIPR (head only) ROC-9840, Roberts Oxygen Ready to Use Digital VIPR System (with E-size cylinder) MNDR-600, Western Oxytote DTE Digital VIPR (head only) MNDS-602, Western Oxytote DTE Digital VIPR System (with D-size cylinder) MNDS-603, Western Oxytote DTE Digital VIPR System (with E-size cylinder)

Lot/Code Info: ROC-9839, Roberts Oxygen Ready to Use Digital VIPR (head only) o UDI-DI: B929ROC98390 ROC-9840, Roberts Oxygen Ready to Use Digital VIPR System (with E-size cylinder) o UDI-DI: B929ROC98400 MNDR-600, Western Oxytote DTE Digital VIPR (head only) o UDI-DI: B929MNDR6000 MNDS-602, Western Oxytote DTE Digital VIPR System (with D-size cylinder) o UDI-DI: B929MNDS6020 MNDS-603, Western Oxytote DTE Digital VIPR System (with E-size cylinder) o UDI-DI: B929MNDS6030 All units distributed from 05/29/2020 to 12/7/2022.

Quantity Affected: 24,287 units

Reason for Recall

Gauge malfunction: Digital gauge displays an incorrect tank pressure - displays pressure higher than actual tank pressure. This may lead to tank running out of oxygen during use without audible alarms, potentially leading to an out of oxygen event and no flow.

Distribution

US Nationwide distribution in the states of CO, CT, ID, MD, MT, TN, WA.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-01-03

Company

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 135 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Western/Scott Fetzer Company has 5 FDA actions in our database, including 5 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Western/Scott Fetzer Company) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Western/Scott Fetzer Company have FDA actions?

Western/Scott Fetzer Company has 5 FDA actions in our database, including 5 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1376-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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