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Medical device recall · FDA · Published July 14, 2020

GE Healthcare, LLC recalls CARESCAPE R860 Ventilator The CARESCAPE R860 ventilator is a microprocessor based, electronically controlled,

GE Healthcare recalls CARESCAPE R860 ventilators with potential oxygen sensor issue causing inaccurate FiO2 display. Affected units have specific identifiers; check your device's serial number. No immediate action needed but monitor for incorrect oxygen readings.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #Z-2883-2020Medical deviceGE Healthcare ›
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Recalling firmGE Healthcare, LLC3000 N Grandview Blvd, N/A · Waukesha, WI 53188-1615
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What happened, in plain English

GE Healthcare is recalling certain CARESCAPE R860 ventilators due to a potential issue with the oxygen sensor that may cause incorrect display of the FiO2 (oxygen concentration) value. This could lead to improper oxygen delivery to patients if the display is inaccurate. The recall does not require immediate action but users should monitor the display and ensure accurate oxygen levels. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/64727-ge-healthcare-carescape-r860-ventilator-oxygen-sensor-may-display-incorrect.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/64727-ge-healthcare-carescape-r860-ventilator-oxygen-sensor-may-display-incorrect · Updated August 19, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #Z-2883-2020

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“GE Healthcare: CARESCAPE R860 Ventilator Oxygen Sensor May Display Incorrect FiO2 Value.” GovInfoNow, updated August 19, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/64727-ge-healthcare-carescape-r860-ventilator-oxygen-sensor-may-display-incorrect. Based on FDA recall #Z-2883-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-2883-2020%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The oxygen sensor in certain CARESCAPE R860 ventilators may provide inaccurate readings of the FiO2 (fraction of inspired oxygen) value. This could lead to patients receiving incorrect oxygen levels if the display is not trusted. However, the ventilator continues to deliver oxygen normally, so the risk of serious injury is low.

Who’s affected

Healthcare facilities and patients using the CARESCAPE R860 ventilator. The risk is low as the issue only affects the display of oxygen concentration, not the actual delivery of oxygen.

How to tell if you have this one

Check if your CARESCAPE R860 ventilator has a serial number starting with CBRZ followed by numbers (e.g., CBRZ03152, CBRZ03159). The full list of affected units is provided in the recall notice.

  • Brand
    GE Healthcare
  • Category
    Medical device
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What to do — step by step

  1. Check Your Device

    Look for a serial number starting with CBRZ followed by numbers on your CARESCAPE R860 ventilator.

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Questions people ask

Is my ventilator at risk of causing serious injury?

No, the recall indicates a potential issue with the oxygen sensor display, not the actual oxygen delivery. The risk of serious injury is low.

Do I need to stop using my ventilator immediately?

No, the recall does not require immediate action. Users should monitor the oxygen display and ensure accurate oxygen levels.

How can I check if my ventilator is affected?

Check your ventilator's serial number; if it starts with CBRZ followed by numbers (e.g., CBRZ03152), it is affected.

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Contact GE Healthcare

We’ve drafted a message you can send GE Healthcare to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall Z-2883-2020 — GE Healthcare GE Healthcare

Hello,

I own a GE Healthcare that is covered by recall Z-2883-2020 from GE Healthcare.

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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  • Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2883-2020 (July 14, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2883-2020 to see it in context.
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