Datex-Ohmeda Inc - Medical Equipment
Datex-Ohmeda Inc is a leading manufacturer of medical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, and patient care systems. Their products are designed to improve patient outcomes and healthcare delivery.
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Potential for the display processor to experience an unexpected failure.
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What happened, in plain English
Datex-Ohmeda Inc is a well-known company in the medical device industry, specializing in critical care equipment such as ventilators, patient monitors, and related systems. They are a trusted provider of medical technology solutions for hospitals and healthcare facilities. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/72355-datex-ohmeda-inc-medical-equipment.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/72355-datex-ohmeda-inc-medical-equipment · Updated August 31, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #Z-2266-2018
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“Datex-Ohmeda Inc - Medical Equipment.” GovInfoNow, updated August 31, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/72355-datex-ohmeda-inc-medical-equipment. Based on FDA recall #Z-2266-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-2266-2018%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
Datex-Ohmeda equipment is designed for critical care applications and is generally safe when used as intended. However, any medical device can pose risks if misused or malfunctioning. This product is not associated with known security vulnerabilities.
Who’s affected
Healthcare facilities, hospitals, medical professionals, and patients using Datex-Ohmeda equipment
How to tell if you have this one
Ensure proper installation, regular maintenance, and adherence to manufacturer guidelines for safe operation of Datex-Ohmeda equipment.
- Brand
Datex-Ohmeda Inc- Category
Medical device
What to do — step by step
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Verify that the equipment is installed and maintained according to the manufacturer's specifications.
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Regularly check for firmware updates and apply them as recommended by the manufacturer.
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Ensure that the equipment is used in a controlled environment with proper training for medical staff.
Where it went and when
Where it was distributed
Distributed nationwide and abroad; the notice names 16 states.
FDA distribution: “Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) Distribution to the states of : AL, AZ, CA, GA, ID, IL, IN, MS, NC, NJ, NK, NV, OH, OK, RI, TX, and WI., and to the countries of : Albania, Argentina, Australia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belgium,…” States read from FDA’s own wording; “not listed” means the notice does not name it.
Named in the notice: Alabama, Arizona, California, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Mississippi, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Texas, Wisconsin.
Recall timeline
FDA terminated this recall 3.4 years after the firm started it.
- Firm started the recall
- FDA classified it Class II
- Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report
- FDA terminated the recall
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Questions people ask
Is Datex-Ohmeda equipment safe for use?
Yes, Datex-Ohmeda equipment is designed and tested to meet strict medical safety standards. However, proper use and maintenance are essential to ensure safety.
How often should I update the firmware?
Follow the manufacturer's recommended schedule for firmware updates, which may vary depending on the specific equipment model.
What should I do if my Datex-Ohmeda equipment malfunctions?
Contact the manufacturer or a certified service provider immediately for assistance. Do not attempt to repair the equipment yourself.
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Where this comes from
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-2266-2018 (December 8, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2266-2018 to see it in context.
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 31, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official FDA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.