Z-1842-2020 Class II Terminated
FDA device recall Z-1842-2020 was initiated by Philips Ultrasound Inc on August 30, 2019 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: The firm has discovered an issue associated with some Transesophageal (TEE) transducers that were not properly programmed during manufacturing. As a result, the system is unable to correctly measure t… The recall status is terminated (terminated November 27, 2024). Affected quantity: N/A.
Recall Details
- Product Type
- Devices
- Report Date
- May 13, 2020
- Initiation Date
- August 30, 2019
- Termination Date
- November 27, 2024
- Voluntary/Mandated
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Product Quantity
- N/A
Product Description
Transducer S7-3t UDI (01)00884838067530 REF 989605439232 Used as accessory with: iE33, HD11 Ultrasound Systems - Product Usage: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body - particularly transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) studies
Reason for Recall
The firm has discovered an issue associated with some Transesophageal (TEE) transducers that were not properly programmed during manufacturing. As a result, the system is unable to correctly measure the temperature on the distal tip of the transducer. This issue may result in affected transducers not initiating auto-cool during use which could result in patient injury
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution.
Code Information
All lots.