Philips Respironics V60 Plus Ventilator Recall: Risk of Stopping Operation

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What happened, in plain English

Philips Respironics is recalling all V60 Plus Ventilators (models 1138747 and 1137276) because an internal electrical issue could cause the device to stop working. This poses a risk to users who rely on the ventilator for breathing support.

Why it’s dangerous

The ventilator has an internal electrical circuit that can malfunction, potentially causing the device to stop operating unexpectedly. This could disrupt breathing support for users who depend on the ventilator.

Who’s affected

People using the Philips Respironics V60 Plus Ventilator for medical breathing support are affected. Those with respiratory conditions requiring continuous ventilation are at highest risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the model numbers 1138747 or 1137276 on your Philips Respironics V60 Plus Ventilator. All units produced by Respironics California, LLC are included in this recall.

Brand
Respironics
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Ensure your ventilator is operating normally by observing if it functions without unexpected shutdowns.

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Questions people ask

Is this recall affecting all V60 Plus Ventilators?

Yes, all models including 1138747 and 1137276 are affected.

What should I do if my ventilator stops working?

Contact your healthcare provider or Respironics California, LLC for guidance on next steps.

Is there a fix for this issue?

The recall record does not specify a remedy or fix.

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Subject: Recall Z-0908-2022 — Respironics Respironics

Hello,

I own a Respironics that is covered by recall Z-0908-2022 from 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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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.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0908-2022 (February 28, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0908-2022 to see it in context.
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Respironics California, LLC recalls Philips Respironics V60 Plus Ventilator (All Models, including: 1138747, 1137276)

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