[Recalled] Philips HeartStart FRx AED. — An issue with one of the electric components (a resistor) could result in the d… | FDA 2018-03-14
A safety authority has issued a recall or warning for this item. The confirmed facts from the source notice are laid out below.
Recall details
| Product | Philips HeartStart FRx AED. |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Philips Electronics North America Corp. |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-1913-2018 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 14 March 2018 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: An issue with one of the electric components (a resistor) could result in the device not delivering a shock when needed.
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.
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