Philips recalls HeartStart HS1 AEDs made 2002-2: resistor issue may prevent shock delivery during cardiac emergencies. Affected units have specific serial number patterns.
An issue with one of the electric components (a resistor) could result in the device not delivering a shock when needed.
Philips is recalling HeartStart HS1 AEDs made between September 2002 and February 2013 due to a resistor problem that could prevent the device from delivering a necessary shock during cardiac emergencies. This is serious because AEDs are critical for saving lives in cardiac arrest situations.
The AED may fail to deliver a shock when needed because of a faulty resistor in the electric component. This could happen during a cardiac emergency when the device is required to save a life. The hazard is specific to the resistor issue and not present in all units.
People who own or use Philips HeartStart HS1 AEDs made between September 2002 and February 2013 are affected. Those with the device in their home or on-site are most at risk if they need to use it during a cardiac emergency.
Check the serial number on the back of the AED. Home/Onsite models: A02x-xxxxx through A13B-xxxxx; FRx models: B04x-xxxxx through B13B-xxxxx. Note: Units made in 2013 with a 4th digit letter 'C' or later are not affected.
Identify the serial number on the back of the AED to determine if it falls within the affected ranges.
If unsure about the device's status, contact Philips directly for verification of the resistor issue.
No, only specific serial number ranges are affected. Units made in 2013 with a 4th digit letter 'C' or later are not covered.
Check the serial number on the back. Home/Onsite models: A02x-xxxxx through A13B-xxxxx; FRx models: B04x-xxxxx through B13B-xxxxx. Contact Philips if unsure.
No, but you should check the serial number and contact Philips if you're unsure about the device's status.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1914-2018 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-1914-2018 from Philips. 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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