FDA recall record

Fresenius Medical Care Holdings AquaBplus and AquaBplus B2 Water Purification System recall — FDA Z-0098-2021

Incorrectly crimped connectors were installed on the main protective earth conductor on these machines. If the machine is moved or maintenance is…

Class IIclassification
Z-0098-2021official record ID
Oct 21, 2020report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0098-2021
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmFresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.
Report dateOct 21, 2020
Recall initiation dateSep 1, 2020
Quantity15 units
LocationWaltham, MA, United States

Official product description

AquaBplus and AquaBplus B2 Water Purification System. For use with a hemodialysis system to remove organic and inorganic substances and microbial contaminants from the water used for hemodialysis or related therapies. AquaBplus 1500 - Typ USA - 3 x 208V / 60Hz -Fresenius Part Number: 24-1500-1 AquaBplus B2 2000 / B1 2500 (Bplus DUO 2000) - 3 x 208V / 60Hz- Fresenius Part Number: 24-2000-0

Why the product was recalled

Incorrectly crimped connectors were installed on the main protective earth conductor on these machines. If the machine is moved or maintenance is performed, these crimp connections could become loose and may adversely affect the electrical safety of the products, potentially resulting in electrical shock to the Biomed Technician or clinic staff.

Distribution information

US distribution to DE, NC, OK, PA, and TX.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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