The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0694-2024·Announced 2024-01-17

SoClean 3 CPAP Cleaner Recalled Over Ozone Exposure Risk

SoClean, Inc is voluntarily recalling 40,075 units of the SoClean 3 sleep equipment cleaner due to potential ozone gas exposure. The manufacturer is providing an updated user manual with safety instructions and a protective hose and mask adapter.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II medical device recall for a risk-of-harm product (ozone exposure) where no illnesses or injuries have been reported. The hazard is real but mitigated through user instructions and protective equipment.

Plain-English summary

The SoClean 3 (Model SC1400) is an automated cleaning and maintenance system for CPAP equipment used in sleep therapy. The device is being recalled due to potential health risks from ozone gas exposure that can occur after the device is used.

This voluntary recall affects 40,075 units distributed worldwide, including throughout the United States and 34 other countries. The recall was initiated by SoClean, Inc, the manufacturer, to reduce potential health risks to users and caregivers.

To address the hazard, the manufacturer is providing an updated user manual containing additional instructions for use, along with a protective hose and mask adapter. Consumers who own this device should review the updated manual and use the provided adapter to reduce exposure to ozone gas after device operation.

The recalled product

Product
SoClean 3, REF SC1400, Automated Supplemental Sleep Equipment Maintenance System
Manufacturer
SoClean, Inc
Hazard
  • ozone-exposure

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)

  • UDI: (01)00858242007147

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.