Caire recalls Liberator 45 liquid oxygen units with model 13262253 due to potential weld seam issues that could lead to leaks. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
An audit discovered some inconsistencies in weld penetration on the longitudinal weld seam on the inner bottle of the device on some of the units.
Caire is recalling some Liberator 45 liquid oxygen systems because an audit found inconsistent welds on the inner bottle. This could cause leaks, but the risk is low and doesn't require immediate action.
The recall involves some units with inconsistent weld penetration on the inner bottle's longitudinal weld seam. This could potentially lead to leaks of liquid oxygen, but the risk is low and not immediately dangerous.
Users of the Caire Liberator 45 liquid oxygen system with model number 13262253 and the listed serial numbers are affected. Patients using this device for medical oxygen therapy are most at risk.
Check your Liberator 45 unit for the model number 13262253 and the specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice. The device has a unique identifier (UDI/DI) M766132622530.
Verify your Liberator 45 unit's model number and serial numbers against the list provided in the recall notice.
An audit discovered some units have inconsistent weld penetration on the inner bottle's longitudinal weld seam, which could potentially lead to leaks.
No, the recall does not require immediate action. The risk is low and does not pose a serious injury hazard.
Check your unit's model number (13262253) and serial numbers against the list provided in the recall notice, which includes specific UDI/DI and serial numbers.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Caire to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0337-2023 — Caire Caire Hello, I own a Caire that is covered by recall Z-0337-2023 from Caire. 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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