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LowFDA (Devices)·Z-2152-2012·Announced 2012-08-15

Impact Instrumentation Recalls Ten Model 731 EMV+ Uni-Vent Devices

Impact Instrumentation is recalling ten Model 731 EMV+ Uni-Vent devices shipped before verification of a new integrated circuit was completed.

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which by definition is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences, and no specific injuries or illnesses are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Impact Instrumentation, Inc. is recalling ten units of the Model 731 EMV+ Uni-Vent. These devices are indicated for use in the management of acute or chronic respiratory failure or during resuscitation by providing continuous positive-pressure ventilation.

The recall was initiated because the devices were shipped out in error before the verification and validation process was completed for a new integrated circuit (IC) on the CPU PCB. The affected units were distributed to the state of Illinois.

The ten affected units have the following serial numbers: VCDB120315, VCDB120316, VCDB120299, VCDB120300, VCDB120313, VCDB120307, VCDB120312, VCDB120303, VCDB120310, and VCDB120297. Healthcare facilities and consumers should check their inventory for these specific serial numbers and contact the manufacturer for instructions on how to proceed.

The recalled product

Product
Model 731 EMV+ Uni-Vent, Impact Instrumentation Inc., 27 Fairfield Place, West Caldwell NJ 07006. Indicated for use in the management of acute or chronic respiratory failure or during resuscitation by providing continuous positive -pressure ventilation.

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 (10)

  • Serial numbers: VCDB120315
  • VCDB120316
  • VCDB120299
  • VCDB120300
  • VCDB120313
  • VCDB120307
  • VCDB120312
  • VCDB120303
  • VCDB120310
  • VCDB120297.

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

Same manufacturer · Impact Instrumentation, Inc.

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