Flow sensors kept as stand-alone user replaceable spare parts for the GEHC anethesia machines: 2089610-001 FLOW SENSO
Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for Flow sensors kept as stand-alone user replaceable spare parts for the GEHC aneth by GE Healthcare, LLC. Reason: The flow sensors built prior to June 2021 could have damaged tubes with small punctures or cuts that could cause leaks resulting in incorrect anesthes.
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-2595-2021
Action Date
2021-10-06
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
Flow sensors kept as stand-alone user replaceable spare parts for the GEHC anethesia machines: 2089610-001 FLOW SENSOR, LEGACY VAR ORF BCG (blue, cleanable) 2089610-001-S FLOW SENSOR, LEGACY VAR ORF BCG, SERVICE (blue, cleanable) 2087640-001 FLOW SENSOR, LEGACY VAR ORF AUTOCLAVABLE BCG (gray, autoclavable) 2087640-001-S FLOW SENSOR, LEGACY VAR ORF AUTOCLAVABLE BCG, SERVICE (gray, autoclavable) 2096513-001-S FLOW SENSOR ASSEMBLY 5697309 R-FMI34109-FLOW SENSOR, LEGACY VAR ORF BCG 5697310 R-FMI34109-FLOW SENSOR, LEGACY VAR ORF AUTOCLAVABLE BCG
Lot/Code Info: Flow sensors with date of manufacture prior to 2021-06 etched on body of the flow sensor.
Quantity Affected: Estimated 310,072 flow sensors
Reason for Recall
The flow sensors built prior to June 2021 could have damaged tubes with small punctures or cuts that could cause leaks resulting in incorrect anesthesia machine tidal volumes potentially leading to over-delivery of volume to the patient.
Distribution
Distribution was nationwide, including PR. Foreign distribution was made to Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bermuda, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cote D'lvoire, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jersey, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea, Kosovo, Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Lithuania, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Montenegro, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom Uruguay, Venezuela, Vietnam, and Yemen.
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2021-08-02
Company
Waukesha, WI
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 201 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 413 device-related FDA actions this month.
GE Healthcare, LLC has 104 FDA actions in our database, including 104 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 (GE Healthcare, LLC) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does GE Healthcare, LLC have FDA actions?
GE Healthcare, LLC has 104 FDA actions in our database, including 104 recalls and 0 device clearances.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2595-2021" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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