Recall Z-0489-2018 ยท MKJ Automated External Defibrillators (Non-Wearable)
Philips North America, LLC
MRx Defibrillator Model # M3535A & M3536A, UDI 00884838000018(21)US00601969 Product Usage: The HeartStart MRx is for use for the termination of ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation. The device is for use by qualified medical personnel trained in the operation of the device and qualified by training in basic life support, advanced cardiac support, or defibrillation. It must be used
| Date | Feb 8, 2018 (initiated Jul 12, 2017) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Reason | Affected units may have a defective component that is intended to protect the internal circuitry from high voltages during shock delivery. The defective component may also prevent delivery of shocks in AED mode. |
| Root cause | Nonconforming Material/Component |
| Action | Philips Healthcare sent an Urgent Medical Device Correction Notification/Field Safety Notice letter dated June, 2017 to their customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem, hazard involved and actions to be taken. Philips is requesting that customers report if their device fails to function as intended. Philips will contact all customers for device replacement once parts are available. If you need further information or support concerning this action, please contact your local Philips representative. |
| Quantity | 71 units |
| Distribution | No U.S. distribution, Internationally to: India, Ireland, Japan, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, South Africa & United Kingdom |
| FDA record | Open on fda.gov |
510(k) clearances named in this recall
| K031187 | HEARTSTART MRX, MODEL M3535A Philips Medical Systems, Aug 27, 2003 |
| K040404 | HEARTSTART MRX, MODEL M3535A Philips Medical Systems, Inc., May 4, 2004 |
| K051134 | HEARTSTART MRX WITH Q-CPR OPTION, MODELS M3535A OR M3536A Philips Medical Systems, Sep 8, 2005 |
| K061707 | HEARTSTART MRX, INVASIVE PRESSURE & TEMPERATURE OPTIONS Philips Medical Systems, Aug 11, 2006 |
| K062233 | HEARTSTART MRX MONITOR/DEFIBRILLATOR Philips Medical Systems North America, Inc., Nov 22, 2006 |