Fort Defiance P2131 Sterilizer Recall: Electrical Grounding Risk

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Recalling firmFort Defiance Industries, LLC2411 Maremont Pkwy, N/A · Loudon, TN 37774-1066

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What happened, in plain English

Fort Defiance Industries is recalling P2131 Automated Field Steam Sterilizers due to a potential electrical grounding issue. This could lead to electric shock if the device is mishandled or improperly installed.

Why it’s dangerous

The rear heater plate and cover assembly lacks sufficient bonding to ground the electrical wiring. This could cause electric shock if the device is mishandled or improperly installed, especially in environments with high moisture or electrical interference.

Who’s affected

Users of the P2131 sterilizers, particularly those in medical or field settings where the device is used frequently. Individuals handling the equipment without proper grounding precautions are at higher risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the model number P2131 and serial numbers AFS-0001 through AFS-0386 (excluding AFS-0297, which was not manufactured). The device is sold under the NSN 6530-01-641-4641.

Brand
Fort Defiance
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Device Serial Number
Look for the serial numbers AFS-0001 through AFS-0386 on the device label.
Stop Using if Unsafe
If the device has a serial number in the affected range, stop using it immediately until a safe fix is implemented.

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Questions people ask

Is this recall affecting my sterilizer?

Check if your sterilizer has the model number P2131 and serial numbers AFS-0001 through AFS-0386 (excluding AFS-0297).

What should I do if I have the affected model?

Stop using the device immediately and contact Fort Defiance Industries for further instructions.

Is there a fix for this issue?

The recall record does not specify a fix or remedy.

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Subject: Recall Z-0121-2022 — Fort Defiance Fort Defiance

Hello,

I own a Fort Defiance that is covered by recall Z-0121-2022 from Fort Defiance.

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-0121-2022 (August 19, 2021) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0121-2022 to see it in context.
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Fort Defiance Industries, LLC recalls P2131 Automated Field Steam Sterilizer NSN: 6530-01-641-4641

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