Philips Respironics recalls A-Series BiPAP A40 and A30 ventilators made before April 2021 due to potential foam particles entering airways. Affected units have specific serial numbers. Consumers should contact Philips for details.
The polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR) foam may degrade into particles which may enter the devices air pathway and be ingested or inhaled by the user, and the PE-PUR foam may off-gas certain chemicals.
Philips Respironics is recalling A-Series BiPAP A40 and A30 ventilators made before April 2021 because the foam used in their construction may break into particles that could be inhaled by users. This poses a risk of respiratory issues if the particles enter the air pathway.
The ventilators use polyester-based polyurethane foam that can degrade into tiny particles. These particles may enter the air pathway and be inhaled or ingested by the user, potentially causing respiratory irritation or other health issues.
People using the A-Series BiPAP A40 or A30 ventilators made before April 2021 are affected. Those with respiratory conditions may be at higher risk due to potential inhalation of particles.
Check if your ventilator was manufactured before April 26, 2021. Look for specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice, which include a range of material numbers and codes.
Identify your ventilator's serial number to confirm if it falls within the listed range of affected units.
Reach out to Philips Respironics directly to confirm if your device is affected and get instructions on next steps.
The ventilator's polyester-based polyurethane foam may degrade into particles that could be inhaled or ingested by users, posing a potential respiratory risk.
A-Series BiPAP A40 and A30 Continuous Ventilators manufactured before April 26, 2021, with specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Check if your device was made before April 26, 2021, and if your serial number matches the list of affected material numbers provided in the 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-1958-2021 — Philips Respironics Philips Respironics Hello, I own a Philips Respironics that is covered by recall Z-1958-2021 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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