Physio-Control recalls sterilizable defibrillation paddles LP20 and LP15 due to cracks and over-molding separation causing product failures. Affected units may have safety risks during medical use.
Due to customer complaints and out of box failures, the firm is conducting a voluntary recall as a result of product failures (cracks and over-molding separation of the sterilizable internal defibrillation paddles.
Physio-Control is recalling sterilizable defibrillation paddles LP20 and LP15 because they can crack or separate during use, potentially causing safety issues. These paddles are used in life-saving defibrillation procedures, so the failure could lead to complications during critical medical situations.
The paddles can crack or separate due to manufacturing defects, which may cause them to fail during use. This could lead to improper electrical conduction or physical injury during critical defibrillation procedures.
Healthcare professionals who use these paddles for defibrillation procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving defibrillation treatment with affected paddles could face safety issues.
Check for model numbers LP20 or LP15 on the paddles. The product was sold with specific serial numbers and part numbers listed in the recall notice. Affected units may show cracks or separation of the molding.
Inspect the paddles for cracks or separation of the molding, which indicates potential failure.
The recall is due to customer complaints and out-of-box failures where the paddles crack or separate, which could cause safety issues during medical use.
Yes, the LP20 and LP15 models are affected, with specific serial numbers and part numbers listed in the recall notice.
Check for cracks or separation in the paddles. If you find issues, stop using them and contact Physio-Control for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Physio-Control to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0142-2025 — Physio-Control Physio-Control Hello, I own a Physio-Control that is covered by recall Z-0142-2025 from Physio-Control. 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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