Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0957-2024 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | Wipro GE Healthcare Private Ltd. |
| Report date | Feb 21, 2024 |
| Recall initiation date | Dec 26, 2023 |
| Quantity | 21626 units |
| Location | Bengaluru, N/A, India |
Official product description
GE Healthcare neonatal incubator, models: a) Care Plus, b) Care Plus 1000, c) Care Plus 2000, d) Care Plus 3000, e) Care Plus 4000, Plus 4000
Why the product was recalled
GE HealthCare has become aware that the bedside panel of Care Plus, Care Plus Model 1000, 2000, 3000 and 4000 Incubator, Lullaby Incubator, Lullaby TR Incubator, and Lullaby XP Incubator can be upright and look closed but not be latched if the red indicator is visible. The portholes also can look closed when not latched when the portholes are obstructed e.g., hood covers. If a patient impacts the bedside panel or porthole that is not latched, the panel can disengage and fall open, no longer protecting the patient from falling.
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution.
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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