FDA recall record

Whirlpool PAPR recall — FDA Z-2815-2020

The rivets that secure the elastic headband to the face shield have the potential to be mis-assembled. When this condition occurs, it can result in a…

Class IIclassification
Z-2815-2020official record ID
Aug 26, 2020report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-2815-2020
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmWhirlpool Corporation
Report dateAug 26, 2020
Recall initiation dateJul 2, 2020
Quantity528 units
LocationBenton Harbor, MI, United States

Official product description

PAPR (Powered Air-Purifying Respirator) - Model# WLPAPR20W1

Why the product was recalled

The rivets that secure the elastic headband to the face shield have the potential to be mis-assembled. When this condition occurs, it can result in a headband that can become loose from face shield allowing the face shield to shield on the user.

Distribution information

The products were distributed to the following US states: MI.

How to read the classification

FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.

Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: E-Mail.

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