ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-2475-2026 ยท FMZ Incubator, Neonatal

GE Medical Systems, LLC

Giraffe OmniBed, a combination of an infant incubator and an infant warmer, All Models

DateJun 17, 2026 (initiated May 1, 2026)
StatusOpen, Classified
ReasonGE HealthCare has become aware of a potential issue involving the canopy soffit beneath the control panel end of the device. Under certain conditions, for example, impact during transport, one or more of the fasteners that secure the soffit can disengage. If this occurs, a fastener could fall into the patient compartment. In rare circumstances, if multiple fasteners disengage, the canopy soffit can become loose or detach. These conditions could potentially result in patient injury.
Root causeComponent design/selection
ActionAn URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION notification letter dated 5/1/26 was sent to customers. Actions to be taken by Customer/User You may continue to use your device after performing the pre-use checkout in accordance with the Giraffe OmniBed Carestation User Manual (Chapter 6 Pre-Use Checkout). During the pre-use checkout described in the product User Manual, visually inspect the device for any damaged or missing components. This includes verifying that the canopy soffit is properly secured and that all six fasteners are present and fully engaged. If you observe damage, missing fasteners,
Quantity19587 units
DistributionWorldwide - US Nationwide distribution.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K020543OHMEDA MEDICAL GIRAFFE OMNIBED
Ohmeda Medical, May 9, 2002
K101788GIRAFFE OMNIBED
Ohmeda Medical, Jul 21, 2010