Maquet recalls Bubble Sensors with model 701055720 due to cable durability issues that can cause sensor errors. Affected units may display 'Ven. bubble sensor defective' or 'Ven. bubble sensor disconnected' messages.
Internal investigations have identified an issue with the durability of the connecting cable near the connection to the Venous Bubble Sensor. Excessive bending of the connecting cable can lead to full damage of the Venous Bubble Sensor or loose cable contact, which may trigger the errors Ven. bubble sensor defective or Ven. bubble sensor disconnected on the connected medical device. These errors can occur temporarily when the connecting cable is moved or permanently if the connection is fully compromised.
Maquet is recalling Bubble Sensors with model number 701055720 because the connecting cable can become damaged from bending, leading to sensor errors. This could cause temporary or permanent malfunction of the medical device.
The connecting cable near the sensor connection can break or become loose when bent excessively. This may cause the sensor to show errors like 'Ven. bubble sensor defective' or 'Ven. bubble sensor disconnected', which could affect medical monitoring.
Healthcare professionals using the Bubble Sensor for 3/8" x 3/32" tubing with model number 701055720 are most at risk. Patients using this device may experience temporary or permanent sensor errors.
Check for the model number 701055720 on the Bubble Sensor. The product was sold with 3/8" x 3/32" tubing and has a serial number listed as all units impacted.
Look for error messages such as 'Ven. bubble sensor defective' or 'Ven. bubble sensor disconnected' on the medical device.
Reach out to Maquet Cardiopulmonary Gmbh for guidance on next steps if errors occur.
Internal investigations found the connecting cable can become damaged from bending, causing sensor errors.
The device may show 'Ven. bubble sensor defective' or 'Ven. bubble sensor disconnected' messages.
Check for model number 701055720 with 3/8" x 3/32" tubing; all units are affected.
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Subject: Recall Z-1300-2026 — Maquet Maquet Hello, I own a Maquet that is covered by recall Z-1300-2026 from Maquet. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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