Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2593-2014 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | CareFusion 203, Inc. |
| Report date | Oct 1, 2014 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 8, 2014 |
| Quantity | 1729 |
| Location | Minneapolis, MN, United States |
Official product description
CareFusion EnVe and ReVel Ventilators. The EnVe/ ReVel Ventilator is designed for use on patients who require respiratory support or mechanical ventilation and weigh a minimum of 5 kg (11 lbs.). It is suitable for service in hospital, transport and homecare as a source of continuous or intermittent positive pressure ventilator support, delivered invasively or non-invasively. These ventilators are restricted medical devices intended for operation by a trained personnel under the direction of a physician and in accordance with all applicable state laws and regulations.
Why the product was recalled
CareFusion has identified a potential for damage to the power connector on the EnVe and ReVel ventilators due to misconnection by the operator. The input port on the ventilators must have the adapters correctly aligned to function properly. Incorrect alignment may cause the pins in the connector to bend, causing the PTV AC power adapter and/or PTV Auto Lighter Power Cord to be shortened, and pre
Distribution information
Nationwide Distribution including AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MI, MN, MS,M0, NE, NV,NH,NH, NY NMC, OH, OR,PA, RID, SC, TN, TX, UT VT, VA, WA, and WI.
How to read the classification
FDA Class I indicates a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The classification shown here comes directly from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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