Philips SureSigns VM1SpO2, C02, Rec, model no. 863266 -
Philips North America, LLC began a recall of Philips SureSigns VM1SpO2, C02, Rec, model no. 863266 - Product Usage: The SureSigns VM1 is a patient monitor that measures oxygen saturation (Sp02)... on . FDA classified it as Class II and gives the reason as "Philips has identified a Philips SureSigns VM1 monitor in the possession of a clinical user that was not intended for commercial distribution and for which Philips does not have records regarding its manufacture...". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated, and MDM tags the root cause as manufacturing process.
Recall record
- Recall number
- Z-2337-2020
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Initiated
- Posted
- Terminated
- Recalling firm
- Philips North America LLC
- Product
- Philips SureSigns VM1SpO2, C02, Rec, model no. 863266 - Product Usage: The SureSigns VM1 is a patient monitor that measures oxygen saturation (Sp02), respiration and CO2. The user interface is designed for fast and intuitive operation.
- Product code
- DPS Electrocardiograph
- Reason for recall
- Philips has identified a Philips SureSigns VM1 monitor in the possession of a clinical user that was not intended for commercial distribution and for which Philips does not have records regarding its manufacture. Philips is therefore removing this device from distribution.
- Root cause tag
- manufacturing process
- FDA root cause
- Under Investigation by firm
- Action
- On May 19, 2020, the firm sent the affected customer an URGENT Medical Device Removal letter, informing them of the issue. The firm is unaware of any other pre-production VM1 devices in distribution. The customer was asked to immediately locate the affected unit, remove it from clinical use, and quarantine the device in a secure location. A Philips representative will contact the customer to arrange for the removal of the affected unit. Customers with questions may contact their local Philips representative or call 1-800-722-9377.
- Quantity in commerce
- 1
- Distribution
- US Nationwide distribution including in the state of NJ.
- Product codes and lots
- Serial Number USPP000004
Enforcement reports
One row per recalled product line| Recall number | Class | Status | Voluntary or mandated | Report date | Classified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z-2337-2020 | Class II | Terminated | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
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