A-Series BiPAP A 40, A-Series BiPAP A30 Continuous Ventilator, Non-life Supporting
Summary
The FDA issued a Class I for A-Series BiPAP A 40, A-Series BiPAP A30 Continuous Ventilator, Non-life Supporti by Philips Respironics, Inc.. Reason: The polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR) foam may degrade into particles which may enter the devices air pathway and be ingested or inhaled by the us.
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-1958-2021
Action Date
2021-07-21
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
A-Series BiPAP A 40, A-Series BiPAP A30 Continuous Ventilator, Non-life Supporting
Lot/Code Info: All Devices manufactured before 26 April 2021, All device serial numbers. Material Numbers 1076492 1076493 1076495 1076538 1076539 1076565 1076566 1076579 1076580 1076583 1076584 1076586 1078226 1078297 1104171 1111168 1111169 1111170 1111171 1111172 1111173 1111174 1111175 1111176 1111177 1116156 1122129 1140798 1140799 1111170S 1111170-S AR1111169 BR1076493 BR1076566 BR1111169 CN1076493 CN1076566 CN1111169 GB-SPK0011 GB-SPK0012 IT1111169 LA1076493 LA1076566 R1076495 R1111169 R1111177 R1116156 1104170 R1111175 RBR1111169 U1116156 1038916 1038917 1040716 1044114 1044235 1038987 1040717 1068942 1068943 1042900 1042901 1042903 1042904 1042906 1042907 1044288 1044289 1040718 1067255 1029744 1029750 1029756 1029757 1029758 1029759 AU1029756 CA1029756 CA1029759 LA1029756 1030075 1055770 1055813
Quantity Affected: 72665
Reason for Recall
The polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR) foam may degrade into particles which may enter the devices air pathway and be ingested or inhaled by the user, and the PE-PUR foam may off-gas certain chemicals.
Distribution
Worldwide distribution including US Nationwide, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, and Latin America.
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2021-06-14
Company
Murrysville, PA
Context & Analysis
This is a Class I recall. Class I recalls are the most serious — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
This was one of 157 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 413 device-related FDA actions this month.
Philips Respironics, Inc. has 74 FDA actions in our database, including 74 recalls.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class I recall?
A Class I recall is the most serious type. The FDA has determined there is a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.
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 (Philips Respironics, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does Philips Respironics, Inc. have FDA actions?
Philips Respironics, Inc. has 74 FDA actions in our database, including 74 recalls and 0 device clearances.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1958-2021" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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