Philips Ear Thermometers Recalled for Inaccurate Temperature Readings
Philips Consumer Lifestyle is recalling specific ear thermometer models because they may provide inaccurate measurements.
The agency’s classification
FDA (Devices): Class II
Class II is a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
This is the agency’s own classification, taken from its notice. The severity score below is our assessment, not the agency’s. How recall classes work
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 2/5 (Moderate).
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II. The hazard is inaccurate measurements, which is a functional defect without reported injuries or hospitalizations, fitting the Moderate criteria for low-risk issues or voluntary precautionary recalls.
Plain-English summary
Philips Consumer Lifestyle is recalling the Philips Avent Smart Ear Thermometer (SCH740) and the Philips Ear Thermometer (DL8740). The recall affects all lots of these specific model numbers.
The devices are being recalled because they may provide inaccurate measurements. The recall covers 45,141 units, with 2,463 distributed domestically and 42,678 distributed foreignly.
Consumers who have these specific models should stop using them and contact Philips Consumer Lifestyle for instructions on how to proceed.
The recalled product
- Product
- Philips Avent Smart Ear Thermometer (SCH740), Philips Ear Thermometer (DL8740)
- Manufacturer
- Philips Consumer Lifestyle
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 45,141
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (1)
- Model Numbers: SCH740 and DL8740 - All lots
Distribution
Distribution scope not specified by the agency.
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