FDA Recall Terminated

Alaris PC unit model 8015. The Alaris PC unit is the central programming, monitoring and power supply component for the Alaris System.

Recall: Z-0876-2012 · Initiated September 13, 2011

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0876-2012
Event Number
60904
Firm
CareFusion 303, Inc.
FEI Number
2016493
Product Code
FRN
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Initiated
September 13, 2011
Posted
January 26, 2012
Terminated
January 31, 2012
Address
10020 Pacific Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92121-4386

Description

Alaris PC unit model 8015. The Alaris PC unit is the central programming, monitoring and power supply component for the Alaris System.

Reason

The recall was initiated because Carefusion has identified a potential risk with a PLD component on the Alaris PC unit model 8015 power supply board. The PLD component used in production between June 21, 2011 and August 15, 2011 has a higher standby current resulting in the battery depleting prematurely.

Action

Carefusion sent an "URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL NOTIFICATION" letter dated September 13, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter describes the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. A Customer Reply Card was enclosed for customers to complete and return to the firm. Customers were instructed to call Carefusion Support Center at (888) 562-6018, 7 am-5 pm (Pacific) for any recall related questions.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) including the states of AZ, CA, CT, FL, IA, IL, MI, MO, NJ, NY, OH, SC, SD, and TX. and the country of Australia.

Quantity

1039 units