—#161173

Product

Philips QCPR Meter - used with FR3 Product Usage: The Philips CPR meter is intended for use with the Philips HeartStart FR3 automated external defibrillators (FR3) with PR2.0 or higher software or on HeartStart MRx devices with software version F.01/R.01 or F.02/R.02 installed. The Q-CPR option provides feedback designed to encourage rescuers to perform resuscitation in accordance with AHA/ERC guidelines for chest compression rate, depth, and duty cycle and ventilation rate, volume and flow rate (inflation time).

FDA product code: LIX — Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Device class: Class 2
Medical specialty: Cardiovascular
510(k) numbers: K130684
Affected lot / code info: All QCPR meters and sensors in use with HeartStart MRx and FR3. MODEL #(s): 861444, 861332, 989803139951, 989803162401, 989803149941

Why it was recalled

Inform users of correct placement of the disposable adhesive pad on the QCPR meter and inform users of injuries associated with proper performance of CPR. As required by Consent Decree of Permanent Injunction No. 1:17-cv-11955-DJC, entered October 31, 2017 between United States of America and Philips North America

Root cause (FDA determination)

Device Design

Action the firm took

Philips sent an Medical Device Recall letter dated January 19, 2018 to their customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to immediately return the attached reply card. For question contact your local Philips representative.

Recalling firm

Firm: Philips Electronics North America Corporation
Address: 3000 Minuteman Rd, Andover, Massachusetts 01810-1032

Distribution

Distribution pattern: Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide

Timeline

Recall initiated: 2018-01-29
Posted by FDA: 2018-02-22
Terminated: 2020-05-05
Status: —

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #161173. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.