The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1880-2016·Announced 2016-06-08

Ventlab STAT-Check Resuscitation Bag Recall Due to Non-Functional CO2 Indicators

Ventlab LLC is recalling STAT-Check Resuscitation Bags because the carbon dioxide indicators are non-functional and fail to change color during use.

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: The recall involves a medical device where a critical safety indicator (CO2 level) is non-functional, creating a risk of harm due to improper ventilation performance, although no specific injuries are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Ventlab LLC is recalling specific models of STAT-Check Resuscitation Bags, including the SC9001B, SC9001C, SC9001C-C, and SC8001B. The recall involves 2,430 units distributed nationwide to Arizona, Mississippi, New York, Missouri, Florida, Wisconsin, Texas, and California. The affected lot numbers are 303320, 303612, 303400, 303523, 303791, and 303833.

The recall is issued because the carbon dioxide (CO2) indicators on these devices are non-functional. The indicator is yellow when not in use and should turn purple when not in use, but the color will not change during use. Consequently, the device will not indicate CO2 levels or the proper performance of cardiac massage and ventilation.

These devices are intended for use in various clinical situations to provide respiratory support in the presence of reversible apnea. They should only be used by personnel trained in CPR procedures. Users should stop using the affected devices and contact Ventlab LLC for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
STAT-Check Resuscitation Bag Manual Emergency Resuscitation Bag with Carbon dioxide gas analyzer Intended for use in various clinical situations to provide respiratory support in the presence of reversible apnea commonly associated with respiratory arrest. The device should onl
Manufacturer
Ventlab LLC
Affected units
2,430

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 8 states specifically:

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