Philips Respironics recalls LifeVentEVO2 ventilators (all software versions except 1.05.06.00) sold outside the US due to potential sudden loss of ventilation when battery is depleted or power is lost.
Potential for sudden loss of ventilation due to Battery Depleted or Loss of Power alarm while unit has sufficient power.
Philips Respironics is recalling all LifeVentEVO2 ventilators sold outside the US (except software version 1.05.06.00) because they may suddenly lose ventilation when the battery is depleted or power is lost. This could cause serious harm to patients using the device.
The ventilator may show a battery depleted or power loss alarm even when the device still has sufficient power. This can cause sudden loss of ventilation, potentially leading to serious harm or death for patients who rely on the device.
Patients using the LifeVentEVO2 ventilator for pediatric or adult care who own the recalled model. Those with the specific serial numbers listed in the recall are most at risk.
Check if your LifeVentEVO2 ventilator has a serial number starting with H2569 or H2595, H2596, H2598, H2599, H2623, H2625, H2626, H2639, H2668, H2723, H2726, H2754, or H8001 (the specific serial numbers listed in the recall).
Ensure the ventilator is not showing a battery depleted or power loss alarm when it still has power.
Reach out to Philips Respironics for guidance on next steps if you have the recalled model.
Yes, if it has a serial number listed in the recall (starting with H2569, H2595, H2596, H2598, H2599, H2623, H2625, H2626, H2639, H2668, H2723, H2726, H2754, or H8001) and was sold outside the US.
Check if your ventilator shows a battery depleted or power loss alarm when it still has power. Contact Philips Respironics for further instructions.
No, all software versions except 1.05.06.00 are affected by this recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips Respironics to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1501-2024 — Philips Respironics Philips Respironics Hello, I own a Philips Respironics that is covered by recall Z-1501-2024 from Philips Respironics. 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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