The Recall Desk
LowFDA (Devices)·Z-2388-2025·Announced 2025-09-03

OMNI III TEE Ultrasound Transducer Probe labeling and useful life clarification

Philips is providing clarified labeling on the OMNI III TEE Transducer Probe to better define the device's useful life. The clarification affects approximately 171,322 units distributed nationwide.

What this means for you

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

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class III medical device recall focused on clarifying labeling to define the useful life of the transducer. No specific hazard, malfunction, or adverse events are reported in the source material. Per the rubric, Class III recalls are typically scored 1 or 2, and documentation/labeling clarifications fit the criterion for Low severity.

Plain-English summary

The OMNI III TEE Transducer Probe, manufactured by Philips Ultrasound, Inc., is the subject of this labeling clarification recall. The FDA has determined that improved labeling is needed to clearly define the useful life of these ultrasound transducers in clinical settings.

Philips is providing clarified labeling to ensure healthcare professionals have accurate information about the device's useful life and appropriate maintenance requirements.

Approximately 171,322 units of the OMNI III TEE Transducer Probe (Model No. 989605440702) have been distributed nationwide across the United States.

Healthcare facilities and clinicians currently using this device should review and implement the updated labeling information provided by Philips Ultrasound, Inc.

The recalled product

Product
OMNI III TEE Transducer Probe
Manufacturer
Philips Ultrasound, Inc
Hazard
  • labeling

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)

  • Model No. 989605440702
  • 21378A
  • UDI: (01)00884838067585(21)B1CW9T
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B201MC
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B1CW9Q
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B1MK5D
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B1MK5X
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B198WH
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B1MKD9
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B198V3
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B201JF
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B201Q0
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B1991G
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B17X87
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B1MKC3
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B201QF
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B2FW9F
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B198VV
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B07FFB
  • (01)00884838067585(21)B2FW8Z

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.