The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2266-2018·Announced 2018-06-27

Datex-Ohmeda CARESCAPE R860 Ventilators Recalled for Display Processor Failure

Datex-Ohmeda is recalling CARESCAPE R860 ventilators with software version 10SP05 because the display processor may experience unexpected failure.

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 critical life-support medical device where a display processor failure could compromise patient monitoring and ventilation support, representing a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Datex-Ohmeda, Inc. is recalling CARESCAPE R860 ventilators equipped with software version 10SP05. The recall is due to a potential for the display processor to experience an unexpected failure.

The affected devices are microprocessor-based, electronically controlled, pneumatically driven ventilators designed to provide mechanical ventilation or support to neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients weighing 0.25 kg and above. The system includes integrated monitoring of FiO2, airway pressure, flow, and volume.

A total of 349 units were distributed in the United States and 2,051 units were distributed outside the US. The recall covers distribution to specific US states and numerous countries worldwide. Healthcare facilities should check their inventory for the specific serial numbers listed in the official recall notice and contact the manufacturer for instructions on corrective action.

The recalled product

Product
CARESCAPE R860 ventilators with software version 10SP05 Product Usage: The CARESCAPE R860 ventilator is designed to provide mechanical ventilation or support to neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients weighing 0.25 kg and above. The CARESCAPE R860 ventilator is a microprocess
Manufacturer
Datex-Ohmeda, Inc.

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 (20)

  • Lot / Serials #'s: 103841473
  • 103725811-1
  • 103725811-2
  • CBRW01546
  • CBRW01547
  • CBRU02110
  • CBRV00344
  • CBRV02569
  • CBRV00298
  • 103721045
  • 103808843
  • CBRV03050
  • CBRV03054
  • CBRV03056
  • CBRV03063
  • CBRV03064
  • CBRV03071
  • CBRV03072
  • CBRV03073
  • CBRW00417

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 16 states specifically: