ZOLL Powerheart G5 AEDs (models G5A-80C and G5A-80C-TSO) may fail self-tests if exposed to extreme temperatures or humidity. This recall affects specific units with serial numbers listed in the notice. No action is required for normal use, but users should check if their device is affected before use.
The potential for devices to fail their self-test as a result of prolonged exposure to extreme environments (temperature and/or humidity).
ZOLL is recalling specific Powerheart G5 AED models (G5A-80C and G5A-80C-TSO) because they can fail self-tests when exposed to extreme temperatures or humidity. This risk is low for normal use but could cause the device to not work properly in emergencies if the unit is damaged by environmental conditions.
The AEDs can fail their self-test function if exposed to extreme temperatures or humidity over time. This means the device might not properly check its own status before use, potentially leading to a failure during an emergency if the unit is damaged by environmental conditions.
People who own or use the recalled Powerheart G5 AED models (G5A-80C and G5A-80C-TSO) are affected. Most users are at low risk since the hazard occurs only in extreme environmental conditions, not during normal use.
Check if your Powerheart G5 AED has model numbers G5A-80C or G5A-80C-TSO. The affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice (over 100 serial numbers provided).
Identify if your Powerheart G5 AED is model G5A-80C or G5A-80C-TSO.
Check if your device's serial number is listed in the provided list of affected units.
No action is required for unaffected units. The recall only applies to specific models and serial numbers.
Yes, the recall states that prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures or humidity can cause the device to fail its self-test function.
Check the model number (G5A-80C or G5A-80C-TSO) and compare your serial number against the list of affected units provided in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send ZOLL to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1318-2025 — ZOLL ZOLL Hello, I own a ZOLL that is covered by recall Z-1318-2025 from ZOLL. 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
