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FDA Devices recall · Reported October 29, 2014

Ultra Battery 1 Model: TA-UB1 NSN: 6515-01-592-5803 The Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1) is a rechargeable power source for the Thermal Angel Blood and IV Fluid Infusion Warmer. The TA-UB1 battery was designed to provide sufficient power for the Thermal Angel to warm and deliver one liter of blood or IV fluid infusion to a trauma patient.

Estill has discovered that a fully discharged Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1) will reach 96.9% of its capacity during a 60 minute charging period. If you have a fully discharged Ultra B…

Recall #
Z-0101-2015
Affected scope
6,886
Initiated
July 25, 2014
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Estill Medical Technologies, Inc recalled Ultra Battery 1 Model: TA-UB1 NSN: 6515-01-592-5803 The Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1) is a… - a moderate-severity action.

Ultra Battery 1 Model: TA-UB1 NSN: 6515-01-592-5803 The Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1) is a… was recalled by Estill Medical Technologies, Inc in October 29, 2014. Reason: Estill has discovered that a fully discharged Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1) will reach 96.9% of its capacity durin…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0101-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Estill Medical Technologies, Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Estill has discovered that a fully discharged Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1) will reach 96.9% of its capacity durin….

Moderate
severity level
7K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
October 29, 2014
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0101-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0101-2015) was formally reported on October 29, 2014, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 25, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Estill Medical Technologies, Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Dallas, TX. Federal records list the affected scope as 6,886.

The documented reason for this recall is: Estill has discovered that a fully discharged Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1) will reach 96.9% of its capacity during a 60 minute charging period. If you have a fully discharged Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1), in order to achieve a… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to Serbia.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

6,886

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Ultra Battery 1 Model: TA-UB1 NSN: 6515-01-592-5803 The Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1) is a rechargeable power source for the Thermal Angel Blood and IV Fluid Infusion Warmer. The TA-UB1 battery was designed to provide sufficient power for the Thermal Angel to warm and deliver one liter of blood or IV fluid infusion to a trauma patient.

Reason for recall

Estill has discovered that a fully discharged Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1) will reach 96.9% of its capacity during a 60 minute charging period. If you have a fully discharged Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1), in order to achieve a 100% of charge capacity you should charge it for a period of 90 minutes. In addition, the charging voltage range of 10-36V specified on the Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1) label and in t

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0101-2015
Date reported October 29, 2014
Date initiated July 25, 2014
Recalling firm Estill Medical Technologies, Inc
Firm location Dallas, TX
Affected scope 6,886
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to Serbia.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

6,886 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Ultra Battery 1 Model: TA-UB1 NSN: 6515-01-592-5803 The Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1) is a rechargeable power source for the Thermal Angel Blood and IV Fluid Infusion Warmer. The TA-UB1 battery was designed to provide sufficient power for the Thermal Angel to warm and deliver one liter of blood or IV fluid infusion to a trauma patient.. Recalled by Estill Medical Technologies, Inc. Units affected: 6,886.
Why was this product recalled?
Estill has discovered that a fully discharged Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1) will reach 96.9% of its capacity during a 60 minute charging period. If you have a fully discharged Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1), in order to achieve a 100% of charge capacity you should charge it for a period of 90 minutes. In addition, the charging voltage range of 10-36V specified on the Ultra Battery 1 (TA-UB1) label and in t
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 29, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0101-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to Serbia..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0101-2015) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported October 29, 2014. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.