The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2377-2012·Announced 2012-09-19

Capsule Neuron Docking Station Recalled for Potential Connection Loss

Capsule Tech Inc. is recalling 12,448 Capsule Neuron Docking Stations because they may lose connection, causing data loss or power interruption to the bedside device.

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 is classified as FDA Class II and involves a risk-of-harm product (medical device) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Capsule Tech Inc. is recalling 12,448 units of the Capsule Neuron Docking Station, a component of the DataCaptor Connectivity System. The affected units are identified by specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice. The product is a bedside device that enables the automatic collection of vital signs data and connects to hospital networks via wired Ethernet or wireless networks.

The recall was initiated because the Capsule Neuron Docking Station may experience a lost connection. This malfunction can result in the loss of data or the loss of power to the Capsule Neuron device. The agency has classified this recall as Class II.

The affected units were distributed worldwide, including nationwide in the United States and in Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Users should contact Capsule Tech Inc. for instructions on how to address the issue.

The recalled product

Product
Capsule Neuron Docking Station, a component in the DataCaptor Connectivity System Catalog Number DC-NU-DS-CK The Capsule Neuron Docking Station is a component in the DataCaptor Connectivity System. The Capsule Neuron Docking Station provides connection for the Capsule Neuron
Manufacturer
Capsule Tech Inc.
Affected units
12,448

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)

  • Serial Numbers TS9801371 -TS9801650
  • TS9900670 - TS9900679
  • TS9B00413 - TS9B00722
  • TS9B01753 - TS9B02041
  • TSA301587 - TSA302186
  • TSA600246 - TSA600845 TSA801222 - TSA801821
  • TSAB00031 - TSAB00629
  • TSB300410 - TSB300912
  • TSB302698 - TSB303201
  • TSB401570 - TSB402012
  • TSB500633 - TSB501136
  • TSB502359 - TSB502861
  • TSB600767 - TSB601270
  • TSB700368 - TSB700871
  • TSB801147 - TSB803555
  • TSB902081 - TSB902585
  • TSBA03569 - TSBA03595
  • TSBB00027 - TSBB00537
  • TSBC00200 - TSBC01321
  • TSC100319 - TSC101318

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.