FDA Recall Terminated

Rad-8 Pulse Oximeters The Rad-8 family of pulse oximeters and accessories are indicated for the continuous, noninvasive monitoring of functional oxygen saturation of arterial hemoglobin (SpO2) and pulse rate (measured by an SpO2 sensor).

Recall: Z-1187-2013 · Initiated March 13, 2013

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1187-2013
Event Number
64812
Firm
Masimo Corporation Forty Parker
FEI Number
3001452206
Product Code
DQA
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Device Design
Initiated
March 13, 2013
Posted
April 29, 2013
Terminated
June 10, 2015
Address
Irvine, CA, 92618

Description

Rad-8 Pulse Oximeters The Rad-8 family of pulse oximeters and accessories are indicated for the continuous, noninvasive monitoring of functional oxygen saturation of arterial hemoglobin (SpO2) and pulse rate (measured by an SpO2 sensor).

Reason

Masimo has identified a very small number (0.02%) of Rad-8 devices with 20-pin patient cable connector that, when moved, can power off without the operator pressing the power button.

Action

Masimo Corporation sent an Urgent Recall Notification letter dated March 8, 2013, to all affected customers The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. 1.Customers were instructed to please promptly remove all Rad-8 device(s) from use and your inventory and segregate these devices. 2. Please call 1-800-326-4890 and select option 2 for Technical Services. Determine with Technical Services whether you will return the affected device(s) to Masimo for repair or if eligible, receive a repair kit. If you will return the device(s) for repair, obtain a Return Material Authorization Number (RMA number). 3. Complete the Tracking/Verification Form in Attachment 2 and fax it to Masimo at 1-949-297-7700, even if you do not have or intend to use the affected device(s). 4. If you are eligible and intend to repair units onsite fax the completed original form in Attachment 2 to Masimo at 1-949-297-7700. 5. If you have elected to return the affected device(s), and have an RMA number include the completed original Form in Attachment 2 with the returned device(s) and indicate the RMA number on the outside of the return-shipping box. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please be assured that Masimo is committed to consistently providing high quality products and services to you, our customers. We thank you for your patience and cooperation while we actively work to resolve this issue. . .

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) including the countries of Africa, Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Europe, Canada, Latin America, and Middle East / SW Asia.

Quantity

42,908 units